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ICD-10 code: S46.202A

Disease category: S46.202: Unspecified injury of muscle, fascia and tendon of other parts of biceps, left arm

What is an Unspecified Injury of Muscle, Fascia, and Tendon of Other Parts of Biceps, Left Arm, Initial Encounter?

An unspecified injury of muscle, fascia, and tendon of other parts of biceps, left arm, initial encounter is an injury that affects the biceps muscle and its surrounding tissues of the left arm. Commonly, these injuries are caused by a sudden or prolonged pull or tear on the biceps muscle and its surrounding tissues, resulting in pain and swelling.

The biceps muscle is responsible for flexing the elbow and rotating the forearm. It is composed of two bundles of muscles - the long head and the short head - which originate from the shoulder and insert at the elbow. It is surrounded by the fascia, a type of connective tissue that helps keep the muscle in its proper place, and by the tendons, which connect the muscle to the bone.

An unspecified injury of muscle, fascia and tendon of other parts of biceps, left arm, initial encounter can cause pain, swelling, and/or bruising in the affected area. It can also result in weakness and/or reduced range of motion in the area. Diagnosis of the injury is usually done through physical examination, imaging studies, and/or laboratory tests.

Common signs and symptoms of an unspecified injury of muscle, fascia, and tendon of other parts of biceps, left arm, initial encounter include:

  1. Pain in the affected area
  2. Swelling and/or bruising
  3. Weakness and/or reduced range of motion in the area
  4. Tenderness to touch
  5. Muscle stiffness
  6. Reduced strength in the affected arm

If left untreated, an unspecified injury of muscle, fascia, and tendon of other parts of biceps, left arm, initial encounter can lead to long-term damage to the affected area. It is important to seek medical attention if you experience any of the above symptoms.

Treatment of Unspecified injury of muscle, fascia and tendon of other parts of biceps, left arm, initial encounter:

Treatment Options for Unspecified Injury of Muscle, Fascia and Tendon of Other Parts of Biceps, Left Arm, Initial Encounter

An unspecified injury of the muscle, fascia and tendon of other parts of the biceps, left arm can be a painful, debilitating condition that can severely limit the range of motion of the affected arm. Fortunately, there are several treatment options available.<...

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