S50-S59: Injuries to the elbow and forearm
S50: Superficial injury of forearm
Superficial injuries of the forearm are injuries that involve the skin or upper layers of the forearm. This group of conditions typically encompasses minor cuts, grazes, burns, blisters, and abrasions. These injuries are often caused by external factors like accidents, falls, or contact with sharp or abrasive objects. The main symptoms include pain, redness, swelling, and sometimes bleeding in the affected area. In some cases, there might be a part of the forearm skin that's bruised or discolored. It's important to note that these are surface-level injuries, which means that they don't involve deeper structures of the forearm like muscles, bones or joints. Nonetheless, superficial forearm injuries can be uncomfortable and might interfere with normal arm movement and function until they heal.
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