T11: Other injuries of upper limb, level unspecified
T11.9: Unspecified injury of upper limb, level unspecified
Unspecified injury of the upper limb, level unspecified, refers to any type of injury that occurs in the upper limb, such as the shoulder, arm, elbow, wrist, or hand, without providing specific details about the nature or location of the injury. This could include a variety of injuries, like fractures, sprains, or cuts, among others. These injuries could result from different causes, which could range from accidents like falls or car crashes to incidents in sports or physical activities. The symptoms that a person experiences can greatly vary depending on the exact injury, but they could include pain, swelling, bruising, stiffness, loss of mobility, or even visible deformities or wounds. The progress and severity of the injury also varies, with some minor injuries healing on their own over time while others may require medical intervention.
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