K71: Toxic liver disease
Toxic liver disease is a group of conditions resulting from harmful substances attacking the liver. Commonly, this can occur due to heavy alcohol consumption, overuse of certain medications, or exposure to poisonous substances such as harmful chemicals. These assaults on the liver can lead to various symptoms including fatigue, yellowing of the skin and eyes (jaundice), and abdominal pain. If left untreated, the diseases in this group can progress, leading to scarring (cirrhosis) and potentially, liver failure. The liver plays a key role in our body’s digestion, detoxification, and energy production, making these conditions potentially detrimental to one's health. Early detection can help manage and mitigate damage to the liver. It's crucial to support the liver's health by closely monitoring alcohol consumption, practicing caution with medications, and avoiding harmful substances.
Subcodes of K71:
- K71.0: Toxic liver disease with cholestasis
- K71.1: Toxic liver disease with hepatic necrosis
- K71.2: Toxic liver disease with acute hepatitis
- K71.3: Toxic liver disease with chronic persistent hepatitis
- K71.4: Toxic liver disease with chronic lobular hepatitis
- K71.5: Toxic liver disease with chronic active hepatitis
- K71.6: Toxic liver disease with hepatitis, not elsewhere classified
- K71.7: Toxic liver disease with fibrosis and cirrhosis of liver
- K71.8: Toxic liver disease with other disorders of liver
- K71.9: Toxic liver disease, unspecified
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