📋Overview
Low back pain is a common symptom characterized by discomfort or pain localized in the lower portion of the spine. It is a descriptive term rather than a specific diagnosis and can result from various underlying causes. The term encompasses acute, subacute, and chronic presentations and is often classified by duration and etiology. It is one of the most frequent reasons for medical visits worldwide.
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Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0024031ICD-10-CM
M54.5M54.50
MeSH
D017116
SNOMED CT (US)
279039007
Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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