T49.1: Poisoning: Antipruritics
You have been poisoned with a drug that is normally used for itchiness.
The relevant medication is usually applied topically. Topically applied medications are those that are not taken as tablets or received as injections, but instead usually applied directly to the place where they are intended to have effect. These include, for example, ointments, drops or solutions for gargling.
Medications for itchiness can work in different ways. Some inhibit inflammatory substances. Others ensure that the skin in the affected area becomes a little less sensitive. This kind of medication can cause poisoning if too much of it is taken. The drug may also be administered or taken by mistake. The symptoms can vary depending on which drug has caused the poisoning.
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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