Find comprehensive information on sneezing, including its clinical significance, differential diagnosis, and associated ICD-10 codes. Learn about common causes of sneezing such as allergies, infections, and irritants, along with relevant medical terminology for accurate documentation. Explore resources for healthcare professionals on evaluating and managing sneezing in patients, covering symptoms, diagnostic criteria, and treatment options. This resource provides valuable insights into sneezing for medical coding, clinical documentation improvement, and patient care.
Also known as
Sneezing
Excessive or frequent sneezing.
Diseases of the respiratory system
Encompasses various respiratory conditions, sometimes including sneezing as a symptom.
Other diseases of upper respiratory tract
Includes conditions like rhinitis which may cause sneezing.
Follow this step-by-step guide to choose the correct ICD-10 code.
Is sneezing due to a drug allergy?
Yes
Is anaphylaxis present?
No
Is sneezing due to another allergy?
When to use each related code
Description |
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Sneezing |
Allergic rhinitis |
Viral upper respiratory infection |
Patient presents with complaints of sneezing (pt c/o sneezing). Onset of sneezing episodes described as [acute/intermittent/chronic/paroxysmal], occurring [frequency, e.g., several times a day, constantly, every few minutes]. Patient reports [associated symptoms, e.g., rhinorrhea, nasal congestion, itchy eyes, watery eyes, postnasal drip, cough, throat irritation, fatigue]. Symptoms began [duration and timeframe, e.g., two days ago, gradually over the past week, since last exposure to allergen]. Patient denies [pertinent negatives, e.g., fever, chills, body aches, facial pain, sinus pressure]. Review of systems (ROS) otherwise unremarkable. Allergic rhinitis, viral upper respiratory infection (URI), and non-allergic rhinitis considered in the differential diagnosis. Physical exam revealed [objective findings, e.g., clear nasal discharge, erythematous nasal mucosa, swollen turbinates, no sinus tenderness]. Assessment: Sneezing likely secondary to [presumptive diagnosis, e.g., allergic rhinitis, viral URI]. Plan: Patient education provided on [management strategies, e.g., allergen avoidance, nasal saline irrigation, over-the-counter antihistamines]. If symptoms persist or worsen, follow-up recommended for further evaluation and consideration of [additional diagnostic testing or treatment, e.g., allergy testing, intranasal corticosteroids]. ICD-10 code [appropriate ICD-10 code for sneezing, e.g., R06.81, J30.4, J00].