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Causes of Obesity, Treatment for Obesity, ICD-10 codes for obesity

ICD-10 Codes for Obesity

Obesity isn’t just a cosmetic concern. It is a medical problem that increases your risk of other diseases and health problems, such as heart

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ICD-10 codes for gout, symptoms of gout, Treatment for gout, Idiopathic gout, Lead-induced gout, Drug-induced gout

ICD-10 Codes for Gout

Gout is a common and complex form of arthritis. Gout symptoms may come and go, but there are ways to manage symptoms & prevent

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ICD-10 code for fever, Treatment for Fevers, Symptoms of Fevers

ICD-10 Codes for Fevers

Fevers generally go away within a few days. A number of over-the-counter medications lower a fever, but sometimes it’s better left untreated. Commonly used

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ICD-10 codes for dysuria, Causes of Dysuria, Dysuria in women, Symptoms of dysuria, Treatment for Dysuria, disorders of urinary system

ICD-10 Codes for Dysuria

A number of conditions can cause painful urination (dysuria). In women, urinary tract infections are a common cause of painful urination. Commonly used ICD-10

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