R29.0: Tetany
Your nerve cells or muscle cells are reacting abnormally.
Nerves and muscles consist of cells. For cells to be able to function normally, the right conditions must exist in the body. For example, the right amount of calcium needs to be present. If the conditions do not suit the cells, the cells can react abnormally. This can cause various problems.
If nerve cells are affected, there may be an unpleasant tingling sensation or pain in the skin. If the muscle cells react abnormally, the muscles affected may contract and cramp up. These cramps can be painful. The cramps typically occur in the hands and feet. You may also feel listless.
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
Note
This information is not intended for self-diagnosis and does not replace professional medical advice from a doctor. If you find an ICD code on a personal medical document, please also note the additional indicator used for diagnostic confidence.Your doctor will assist you with any health-related questions and explain the ICD diagnosis code to you in a direct consultation if necessary.
Source
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