Traumatic brain injury (TBI) occurs when a sudden, external force damages the brain. One of the most common causes of disability and death in adults under the age of 40 years, TBI is a broad term that describes a vast spectrum of injuries that happen to the brain. The...
Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome (MIS) is a complex, serious condition that is associated with COVID-19 in both children and adults. In 2021, there is new ICD-10 code for this condition – M35.81. As new information emerges regarding COVID-19, providers need to...
A common problem many people experience, an ulcer is an area of full-thickness skin breakdown. In simple terms, it is a break in the skin, which allows air and bacteria to get into the underlying tissues. The condition is usually caused by an injury (often a minor...
A common inner ear disorder, Meniere’s disease can cause dizzy spells (vertigo), sound in the ear and hearing loss. The inner ear is responsible for hearing and balance. Typically, affecting one ear, the condition can occur at any age, but usually starts between...
Regarded as one of the most chronic conditions worldwide, allergies occur when your immune system reacts to a foreign substance – such as pollen, bee venom molds, animal dander, latex, insect stings or even certain food items. Generally, an allergic reaction begins in...
