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nasal congestion

Medical Definition

The blockage of the nasal passage due to mucosal edema. it is usually the result of a viral infection or an allergic reaction.

Wikipedia Summary

Nasal congestion is the partial or complete blockage of nasal passages, leading to impaired nasal breathing, usually due to membranes lining the nose becoming swollen from inflammation of blood vessels..
Related Codes (2)
Code
Description
Billable
Details
J34.2Deviated nasal septum
Type 1 Excludes (1)
R09.81Nasal congestion

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