In ICD-10, depression is a code for F32 and is classified as a mood disorder. F32 includes several different types of depression, including major depressive disorder, single episode or recurrent, and persistent depressive disorder. I remember taking an online class in billing and coding. If you want to see confusing, try taking that course. I did learn some of the codes for mental illness (such as depression). Getting back to having depression, I was 16 when I was first diagnosed. Of course, initially, I had no clue exactly what I was being “labeled” with and it would be with me the rest of my life. I call it “labeled” because the medical field told me that that is what I have. I just feel like I am so much more than a “label.” I’m a human being still!
What Is ICD- 10?
ICD-10 is a medical classification system that medical professionals are using worldwide to code, classify and record diagnoses.
F32.0 means a major depressive episode, single episode.
F32.1 means a major depressive episode, recurrent.
F32.2 means a major depressive disorder, single episode, moderate.
F32.3 means a major depressive disorder, single episode, severe without psychotic symptoms.
F32.4 means a major depressive disorder, single episode, severe with psychotic symptoms.
F32.5 means a major depressive disorder, single episode, in remission.
F32.8 means other depressive episodes.
F32.9 means an unspecified depressive episode.
What Is f33 0?
F33.0 is an ICD-10 code used to classify a type of depressive episode called “Major depressive disorder, recurrent, mild.” This code means that when someone has at least two or more major depressive episodes, with a period of at least two months between each episode, and the current episode is characterized as mild.
To classify a depressive episode as “mild,” several criteria should be met, including a relatively low level of symptoms that do not typically interfere with the person’s daily activities or the ability to function normally. Symptoms may include feelings of sadness, loss of interest or pleasure in activities, changes in appetite or sleep patterns, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, and/or thoughts of suicide or self-harm.
Sig e caps
In medical context, “SIG” is a Latin abbreviation meaning “label, “write on the label” or “let it be labeled”. “E” stands for “each,” and “caps” stands for “capsule.” “SIG, E, caps” is a shorthand notation that tells the pharmacist how to label the prescription.
In prescription medication, SIG refers to the label or instructions written on the prescription for the patient. The “SIG” means how the medication is taken, indicating what dose, how often, and for how long.
Masking Depression
Masking depression is a term to describe a situation where a person may be experiencing symptoms of depression, but they are not readily apparent or recognizable. This is because the person may be using positive or outgoing behavior as a way of “masking” or hiding their true feelings.
People who mask their depression may appear to be upbeat, optimistic, and engaged in daily activities, while they may actually be struggling with negative thoughts, feelings of hopelessness, loss of motivation, and other symptoms commonly associated with depression.
Masking depression can be challenging for both the person experiencing it and others around them, as it can be difficult to recognize that someone is struggling when they are actively trying to conceal their emotions. Over time, masking depression can contribute to increased feelings of isolation, anxiety, and stress.
A Couple Of Depression Symptoms:
Chest Pain
Chest pain is not typically a direct symptom of depression. However, research suggests that there may be a link between depression and the experience of unexplained or persistent chest pain.
Specifically, depression and anxiety can contribute to stress, which can manifest physically in the body. This can result in muscle tension and pain, including in the chest and back. Additionally, depression can affect heart health over time, leading to an increased risk of heart disease, which can cause chest pain.
Not Eating
When someone is experiencing depression, they may lose interest in activities they once enjoyed, including eating. They may lack the energy to cook or prepare meals, or they may forget to eat altogether. Additionally, depression can affect the brain’s regulation of appetite and can cause changes in hormone levels that can lead to a loss of appetite.
Persistent Depressive Disorder DSM 5
Persistent Depressive Disorder (PDD), previously known as dysthymia, is a type of depression that is characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, low mood, loss of interest, hopelessness, low self-esteem, and overall dissatisfaction with life.
In the DSM-5, PDD is defined as a depressive disorder that lasts for at least two years (one year for children and adolescents), with symptoms that may come and go but do not go away for more than two months at a time. During this time, the individual may experience difficulty functioning in their daily life, difficulty making decisions, and problems with sleep, appetite, or energy level.
Unlike Major Depressive Disorder, which is episodic and involves severe depressive symptoms that interfere with daily activities, PDD is a chronic condition that involves relatively mild depressive symptoms but tends to last longer.
To be diagnosed with PDD, an individual must experience these symptoms for at least two years and not have more than two months without any depressive symptoms during this time. Furthermore, the symptoms must not be due to another medical or substance-related condition.
Drinking On Antidepressants
Alcohol and antidepressant medications should not be taken together, as they can interact in ways that can be harmful to your health.
Antidepressants and alcohol can have opposite effects on the central nervous system. Antidepressants are designed to affect the levels of certain chemicals in the brain, such as serotonin and norepinephrine, to help improve mood and reduce symptoms of depression. Alcohol, on the other hand, is a depressant that can impact these neurotransmitters and cause feelings of calmness and relaxation.
When taken together, alcohol can enhance the sedative effects of antidepressants, which can lead to dizziness, drowsiness, and impaired coordination. It may also increase the risk of side effects associated with antidepressants, including nausea, vomiting, and gastrointestinal distress.
Conclusion
This post is about the different codes used to diagnose depression and a few other tidbits. Like I was saying in the beginning, everybody is so much more than a label (or code). They are real feelings behind that label and they may not always get expressed. Society (or the norm) likes to label others that aren’t supposedly up to the “norm” and leave it at that. They only see the label and nothing further. Well…I’m tired of it! That’s part of the reason why I hide in my room, so I don’t have to deal with anybody and their already misconceived impressions of me. I know it’s the wrong thing to do (to isolate), but I’m just tired of all the bullshit surrounding any mental illness.
Articles
-Discover How To Overcome Depression With 5 Useful Strategies
-NAMI- Depression
https://www.nami.org/About-Mental-Illness/Mental-Health-Conditions/Depression
-Depression Symptoms And Warning Signs
Have a Good One,
Cindee Murphy, One Voice – Unstoppable
“You’re not alone!”
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