Postmenopausal bleeding is when a woman has vaginal bleeding after she has gone through menopause. Menopause means a woman has not had her period for 12 months in a row. After menopause, bleeding is not normal, so it’s important to find out what is causing it. Doctors use a system called the International Classification of … Read more
Vitamin D is a nutrient your body needs to keep your bones strong, help your immune system, and control calcium levels. Many people around the world don’t get enough vitamin D, leading to a condition called vitamin D deficiency. This can cause health problems if not treated. In medical terms, it is labeled with the … Read more
Fatigue, as defined by ICD-10, is a feeling of extreme tiredness, low energy, or exhaustion. Almost everyone feels tired sometimes, but when fatigue lasts a long time or happens often, it could mean something more serious is going on. What Is Fatigue? Fatigue is more than being tired after a busy day. It’s when you … Read more
High cholesterol, known as hyperlipidemia, is a common health problem that many people don’t know much about. This article will explain what high cholesterol is, its causes, symptoms, treatments, and the medical code used for it. What is Hyperlipidemia? Hyperlipidemia means there are too many fats (called lipids) in your blood. These fats include cholesterol … Read more
When your blood’s sodium (a form of salt) levels go too low, you have hyponatremia. Sodium is very important for keeping the right balance of fluids in your body and for your muscles and nerves to work properly. When sodium levels drop too much, your body can start to have problems, and you might feel … Read more
The International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision (ICD-10), is a system used to classify and code health problems. One of these problems is Premature Ventricular Contractions (PVCs). This article explains PVC, their ICD-10 code, symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment in simple language. What Are PVCs? Premature Ventricular Contractions (PVCs) are extra heartbeats that start in … Read more
Dizziness is a feeling many people experience at some point. It can feel like the world is spinning, trouble keeping balance, or feeling lightheaded like you might faint. Dizziness can have many causes, from simple things like being dehydrated to more serious health problems. Let’s learn more about dizziness, its causes, and how doctors classify … Read more
Pyelonephritis is a kidney infection caused by bacteria. It is a serious condition that needs quick treatment to prevent kidney damage. In this article, we will explain pyelonephritis including its causes, symptoms, treatment, and the ICD-10 codes used to classify it. What is Pyelonephritis? Pyelonephritis is an infection in one or both kidneys. Urine is … Read more
Leukocytosis is a medical term that means there are too many white blood cells (WBCs) in your blood. White blood cells are an important part of your immune system, helping your body fight infections and diseases. But having too many of these cells can sometimes mean there’s another health problem that needs attention. In medical … Read more