Acute post hemorrhagic anemia is the sudden drop in the number of red blood cells and hemoglobin, which follows the sudden loss of blood. This is typical after trauma, surgery or internal bleeding (e.g. stomach ulcer). It is a medical code that is featured in ICD-10 code D62. Unlike chronic anemia, acute posthemorrhagic anemia is acute and must be treated immediately as a way of replacing blood volumes and oxygen transportation.
The symptoms have a tendency of happening an immediate after the bleeding and they might include:
Acute posthemorrhagic anemia is brought about by the sudden loss of blood. It occurs in the sources of bleeding such as:
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Acute posthemorrhagic anemia is developed due to the rapid decrease in red bone and hemoglobin count because of the corresponding and sudden loss of blood. It introduces such symptoms as fatigue, weakness, dizziness and pale skin.
D62 is the ICD-10 of posthemorrhagic anemia acute. The code is also applicable in the medical records and at the insurance forms to identify and bill the condition.
Examination involves complete blood count (CBC) to measure the degree of hemoglobin and hematocrit, iron examinations and also the cause of bleeding. Imaging or endoscopy may be applied in case of the suspicion of internal bleeding.
Acute posthemorrhagic anemia is an abrupt occurrence accompanied by tremendous blood loss whereas chronic posthemorrhagic anemia is a time-acquired condition as a consequence of slow or intermittent blood loss.
Yes. Sudden loss of blood leads to supply of less oxygen to the brain and this can lead to light headedness, dizziness or even fainting especially when one stands up.
Failure to manage it early enough might lead to extreme loss of blood which may cause shock, organ failure and even death. To stabilize the level of hemoglobin and blood volume, emergency treatment should be provided.
The symptoms can begin in hours following the bleeding, though they might require the initial few days and this will be dependent on how fast the blood is lost and the health status of an individual.
It may be treated by therapy, which may include IV fluid and blood transfusion to replace the lost volume, iron pills or intravenous iron, endoscopy to detect and eradicate bleeding and treatment of underlying cause.
Yes. In case of bleeding in the gastrointestinal tract (i. e. ulcers, varices, and other GI causes), a gastroenterologist can provide endoscopy, a particular diagnosis, and a particular treatment.
Avoiding or observing the use of NSAID, the management of peptic ulcers or varices, frequent visits to health specialists, iron control, and intimate interaction with your care team are some of the preventive measures that could be taken.
