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When multiple lesions are treated, the most complex lesion is listed first, and additional lesions are typically reported using the modifier "59." This modifier indicates that the other procedures are distinct or separate from the primary procedure performed. It helps to clarify that the additional treatments are not bundled into the main procedure, ensuring proper billing and reimbursement.
Precancerous lesions are at high risk of becoming cancer so they are usually treated as a preventative measure. If there is a risk of treatment that outweighs the risk of cancer they may not be treated, but this is rare.
Erythema multiforme is a skin disorder due to an allergic reaction or infection. The symptoms are fever, general ill feeling, itching of the skin, joint aches, and multiple skin lesions. If not treated it can be really serious, even fatal.
Kaposi's sarcoma is not curable. Although, it can ofter be effectively palliated for many years. Patients with few lesions can often be treated with radiation therapy or cryosurgery.
It may not be cured, but a dermatologist will treat it , also if there are lesions they can be treated by a plastic surgeon.
Stomach lesions can vary in severity and underlying cause. Some lesions may be benign and not pose significant health risks, while others, such as malignant tumors, can be life-threatening if not treated. Early detection and appropriate medical intervention are crucial for managing any potentially serious conditions associated with stomach lesions. It’s important to consult a healthcare professional for diagnosis and treatment options.
Human papillomavirus itself does not have treatments. Warts, cancer, and precancerous lesions can be treated with creams, surgery, freezing, acid, or lasers.
PXE cannot be cured, but plastic surgery can treat PXE skin lesions, and laser surgery is used to prevent or slow the progression of vision loss.
The length of time a lesion will last depends on the specific disease that caused the lesion in the first place. An important thing to remember is that eventhough the lesion may disappear, the disease if untreated is still there and still causing problems that you can't see. So if you have had lesions and you haven't had them treated you need to get it treated anyway, because the longer you wait, the worse the outcome will be once the symptoms do show back up.
Schmorl's nodes are lesions in which disc material makes its way into the vertebral body. They can usually be treated with pain killers and non-surgical methods. Sometimes however, the level of pain caused by them is so severe that fusion surgery is performed.
Yes, lesions on the cervix can be treated by freezing, a method known as cryotherapy. This procedure involves applying extreme cold to the abnormal tissue, causing it to freeze and eventually fall off. Cryotherapy is typically used for cervical dysplasia or precancerous lesions and is generally considered a safe and effective treatment option. However, it is important to consult with a healthcare provider to determine the most appropriate treatment based on individual circumstances.
Yes, it is usually treated aggressively with multiple antibiotics due to the high resistance tuberculosis has developed to multiple antibiotics. S - RPh