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Disorders of the apocrine sweat glands (including hidradenitis)

Also known as: Apocrine sweat disorders

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In short

Sweat is a clear, salty liquid produced by glands in the skin that helps the body cool itself, mainly under the arms, on the feet, and on the palms. When sweat mixes with bacteria on the skin, it can cause a smell that may be controlled by bathing regularly and using antiperspirants or deodorants. Sweating too much is called hyperhidrosis and can be caused by thyroid or nervous system disorders, low blood sugar, or other health problems. Sweating too little, known as anhidrosis, can be life-threatening because the body can overheat, with causes including dehydration, burns, and certain skin and nerve disorders.

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Codes

ICD-10: L75
ICD-11: ED92.1 Apocrine sweat disorders

Description

Sweat is a clear, salty liquid produced by glands in your skin. Sweating is how your body cools itself. You sweat mainly under your arms and on your feet and palms. When sweat mixes with bacteria on your skin, it can cause a smell. Bathing regularly and using antiperspirants or deodorants can help control the odor.
Sweating a lot is normal when it is hot or when you exercise, are anxious, or have a fever. It also happens during menopause. If you often sweat too much, it's called hyperhidrosis. Causes include thyroid or nervous system disorders, low blood sugar, or another health problem.
Sweating too little, anhidrosis, can be life-threatening because your body can overheat. Causes of anhidrosis include dehydration, burns, and some skin and nerve disorders.

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Questions

What is the ICD-10 code for Disorders of the apocrine sweat glands (including hidradenitis)?

L75 (WHO, International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision).

What is the ICD-11 code for Disorders of the apocrine sweat glands (including hidradenitis)?

ED92.1: Apocrine sweat disorders (WHO, ICD-11 for Mortality and Morbidity Statistics).

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Source: MedlinePlus, National Library of Medicine.
ICD-10 codes and titles © World Health Organization. Source: WHO, International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision (2019).

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