F18.0: Mental and behavioural disorders due to use of volatile solvents Acute intoxication
You have become intoxicated through solvents.
You have consumed volatile solvents. Volatile solvents are substances that evaporate easily. These solvents are found in things like glues and lacquers. Solvents can be inhaled or sniffed, for example.
You are intoxicated because you have consumed solvents. Intoxication can alter things like your consciousness, perception, mood and behavior. For example, you may feel dizzy and unsteady when walking or standing. You may also have shaky hands or not be able to see properly.
Additional indicator
On medical documents, the ICD code is often appended by letters that indicate the diagnostic certainty or the affected side of the body.
- G: Confirmed diagnosis
- V: Tentative diagnosis
- Z: Condition after
- A: Excluded diagnosis
- L: Left
- R: Right
- B: Both sides
Further information
Source
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