D10: Benign neoplasm of mouth and pharynx
The term "Benign neoplasm of mouth and pharynx" refers to a group of conditions characterized by non-cancerous growths in the mouth and throat region. These benign tumors arise from cells in the mouth or pharynx (the part of the throat that connects the mouth to the windpipe) and can occur in various areas, including the tongue, tonsils, and gums among others. Despite being noncancerous, they may sometimes cause symptoms such as difficulty swallowing, voice changes, or a lump in the mouth or throat. The conditions aren't infectious and can't be transmitted to others. Their progression is typically slow and steady, often including growth in size over time without spreading to other body systems. The exact cause of these benign neoplasms isn't always known, but factors such as irritation from alcohol or tobacco use, poor dental hygiene, or certain viral infections may contribute to their development.
Subcodes of D10:
- D10.0: Benign neoplasm: Lip
- D10.1: Benign neoplasm: Tongue
- D10.2: Benign neoplasm: Floor of mouth
- D10.3: Benign neoplasm: Other and unspecified parts of mouth
- D10.4: Benign neoplasm: Tonsil
- D10.5: Benign neoplasm: Other parts of oropharynx
- D10.6: Benign neoplasm: Nasopharynx
- D10.7: Benign neoplasm: Hypopharynx
- D10.9: Benign neoplasm: Pharynx, unspecified
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