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Posted On Medical code libraryK20 — Esophagitis: What it is, symptoms, and treatment options
Esophagitis refers to inflammation of the esophagus – the muscular tube that carries food from your throat to your stomach.…
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Posted On Medical code libraryK74.60 — Liver cirrhosis: Understanding the progression and treatment
Liver cirrhosis represents a late stage of scarring (fibrosis) of the liver caused by long-term liver damage. This damage can…
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Posted On Medical code libraryK31.9 — Stomach condition: What could it mean and what to do
K31.9 represents a diagnostic code used in the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-10) system, specifically denoting “gastritis and duodenitis, unspecified.”…
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Posted On Medical code libraryK76.0 — Fatty liver disease: Causes, risks, and how to manage it
Fatty liver disease, medically coded as K76.0, is a growing health concern globally affecting millions of people. It encompasses a…
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Posted On Medical code libraryK86.1 — Chronic pancreatitis: Living with the condition
Chronic pancreatitis is a long-standing inflammation of the pancreas that leads to irreversible damage. Unlike acute pancreatitis, which comes on…
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Posted On Medical code libraryK85.90 — Acute pancreatitis: What causes it and how it’s treated
Acute pancreatitis is a sudden inflammation of the pancreas, a vital organ responsible for digestion and hormone regulation. It can…
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Posted On Medical code libraryK90.0 — Celiac disease: Symptoms, gluten-free diet, and recovery
Celiac disease is a serious autoimmune disorder triggered by gluten ingestion. It affects the small intestine, leading to damage that…
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Posted On Medical code libraryK31.89 — Stomach and duodenal diseases: A breakdown of possible conditions
Stomach and duodenal diseases encompass a wide range of conditions affecting these crucial parts of the digestive system. The stomach…
