ICD-Code F40.8: Other phobic anxiety disorders
You are more anxious than usual about something in particular.
Anxiety is an unpleasant sensation of threat. Some mental disorders cause an increased sense of anxiety. This leads to feelings of fear even if there is no external threat. Something that is only mildly threatening may also cause excessive fear. There are a variety of reasons for these mental disorders. Physical and mental influences can play a role.
You are anxious about something very specific. This may include certain situations, things or animals.
Anxiety leads to a range of symptoms appearing. For example, they may feel unsafe and light-headed or feel that they are losing control. Possible other symptoms are things like dizziness or palpitations. They can also feel it is more difficult to breathe.
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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