ICD-10 Specific code N92.2: Excessive menstruation at puberty
Specific codes in ICD-10 are unique alphanumeric designations used to identify and categorize diseases, disorders, and conditions. They consist of 3-5 characters, including both letters and numbers, that provide a high level of detail and specificity.
Translations
| Language | Translation |
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English
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Excessive menstruation at puberty |
Hierarchical position
| Level | Code | Title | |
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| 1 | XIV | Diseases of the genitourinary system | |
| 2 | N80-N98 | Noninflammatory disorders of female genital tract | |
| 3 | N92 | Excessive, frequent and irregular menstruation | |
| 4 | N92.2 | Excessive menstruation at puberty |
Coding notes
- Excessive bleeding associated with onset of menstrual periods
- Pubertal menorrhagia
- Puberty bleeding
Indicated medicines
| Active Ingredient |
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Norethisterone has progestational actions similar to those of progesterone, but is a more potent inhibitor of ovulation and has weak oestrogenic and androgenic properties. It is used to treat a number of disorders of the menstrual cycle. |