A03C

A03C is a designation used within the International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision (ICD-10) coding system. It falls under the broader category of Diseases of the digestive system and its accessory organs. Specifically, A03C refers to Shigellosis. Shigellosis is an infectious disease caused by Shigella bacteria, characterized by inflammation of the intestines, particularly the colon. Symptoms typically include diarrhea, fever, abdominal cramps, and sometimes blood or mucus in the stool. Transmission occurs through the fecal-oral route, often due to poor hygiene or contaminated food and water. While most cases are self-limiting, severe infections can lead to dehydration and other complications. Treatment usually involves rehydration and, in some cases, antibiotics. The ICD-10 system provides a standardized way for healthcare professionals to record and classify diagnoses, facilitating epidemiological studies, health statistics, and billing purposes. A03C serves as a specific code within this system to identify and track instances of shigellosis.