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acute pharyngitis

Medical Definition

An acute and painful inflammatory process that affects the pharynx. it is usually caused by viruses and less often bacteria. signs and symptoms include discomfort on swallowing, low-grade fever, headache, and earache.
Related Codes (2)
Code
Description
Billable
Details
J02Acute pharyngitis
Type 1 Excludes (4)Type 2 Excludes (1)
J02.9Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Type 1 Excludes (1)

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