B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease resulting in infectious and parasitic diseases
B20.0: HIV disease resulting in mycobacterial infection
HIV disease resulting in mycobacterial infection, represented by the ICD-10 code B20.0, describes a medical condition where a person with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) develops an infection caused by mycobacteria. In this scenario, HIV weakens the immune system, making the body more susceptible to other infections, such as those caused by mycobacteria. Mycobacteria are a type of germ that can cause various infections, including tuberculosis and nontuberculous mycobacterial infections. These infections can affect different parts of the body, most commonly the lungs but also the skin, lymph nodes, and other organs. Some common symptoms may include long-term cough, fever, weight loss, night sweats, and fatigue. The progression of this disease varies significantly among individuals, depending on their immune system strength and the specific mycobacterial species involved.
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