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ICD-10 code: E09.3513

Disease category: E09.351: Drug or chemical induced diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema

What is Drug or Chemical Induced Diabetes Mellitus?

Drug or chemical induced diabetes mellitus is a type of diabetes that is caused by certain medications or chemicals. This type of diabetes is also known as secondary diabetes because it is not caused by the typical factors that lead to diabetes, such as genetics or lifestyle factors.

Some medications that can cause drug or chemical induced diabetes mellitus include corticosteroids, thiazides, and antipsychotics. Chemicals such as solvents and pesticides can also cause this type of diabetes.

What is Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema?

Proliferative diabetic retinopathy is a complication of diabetes that affects the eyes. It occurs when the blood vessels in the retina become damaged and grow abnormally. This can cause bleeding in the eye and lead to vision loss.

Macular edema is a common complication of diabetic retinopathy. It occurs when fluid accumulates in the macula, which is the part of the retina that is responsible for sharp, detailed vision. This can cause blurred vision and make it difficult to see clearly.

Bilateral Involvement

Bilateral involvement means that both eyes are affected by the condition. In the case of drug or chemical induced diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral involvement means that both eyes are affected by the complications of diabetes.

Conclusion

Drug or chemical induced diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral is a serious condition that can lead to vision loss if left untreated. It is important to work closely with a healthcare provider to manage this condition and prevent further complications from developing.

  1. Drug or chemical induced diabetes mellitus is caused by certain medications or chemicals.
  2. Proliferative diabetic retinopathy is a complication of diabetes that affects the eyes.
  3. Macular edema is a common complication of diabetic retinopathy.
  4. Bilateral involvement means that both eyes are affected by the condition.

Treatment of Drug or chemical induced diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy with macular edema, bilateral:

Treatment Options for Drug or Chemical Induced Diabetes Mellitus with Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema, Bilateral

Drug or chemical-induced diabetes mellitus refers to a form of diabetes that occurs as a result of certain medications or chemicals that damage the pancreas, leading to insulin resistance or reduced insulin production. This type of diabetes can also...

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