U35.9: Emergency use of U35.9
ICD-10 code U35.9 is associated with an unspecified zoonotic bacterial disease. Zoonotic diseases are types of illnesses that are transferred from animals to humans, with bacteria being the causative agents. These types of conditions can be acquired through direct contact with infected animals or indirectly through exposure to objects, food or environmental instances contaminated by the animal. Symptoms can widely vary, typically presenting as fever, fatigue, chills, and may also include specific signs depending on the bacteria involved such as respiratory issues, gastrointestinal troubles, or skin problems. The progression of these diseases is usually contingent on the type of bacterial infection and the individual's overall health. Numerous body systems can be impacted based on the specific bacterial agent causing the disease. Please note that this is an unspecified code, meaning it is used when the specific bacteria causing the disease is not documented.
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