Sylvia is 36, and complains of a somewhat sudden loss of hearing over the past several weeks. She states that there is the sensation of fullness in her right ear, and that she has had episodes of vertigo. He also states she hears ringing and hissing, and at times, a roaring noise. Careful examination of both ears shows no evidence of otitis media or other issues. An MRI scan shows no reason for
the hearing loss. She is eventually diagnosed with autoimmune inner ear disease and is started on prednisone. Depending on her response to the prednisone, she may be switched to methotrexate. She schedules a follow-up appointment in two weeks.
the hearing loss. She is eventually diagnosed with autoimmune inner ear disease and is started on prednisone. Depending on her response to the prednisone, she may be switched to methotrexate. She schedules a follow-up appointment in two weeks.
Dx: Autoimmune inner ear disease
First-listed diagnosis: ________
Fill in the blank with correct word.
Answer: Autoimmune inner ear disease – coded to unspecified disease of right inner ear - H83.91
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