Manganese deficiency
ICD-10 E61.3 is a billable code used to indicate a diagnosis of manganese deficiency.
Manganese deficiency is a rare but significant condition that arises from inadequate dietary intake of manganese, an essential trace mineral involved in numerous physiological processes. Manganese plays a crucial role in bone formation, blood sugar regulation, and antioxidant defense. Deficiency can lead to a variety of health issues, including impaired growth, skeletal abnormalities, and neurological problems. Symptoms may include weakness, bone malformation, and increased susceptibility to oxidative stress. The condition is often associated with malnutrition, gastrointestinal disorders that impair nutrient absorption, or excessive intake of other minerals that inhibit manganese absorption. Diagnosis typically involves clinical evaluation and dietary assessment, as well as laboratory tests to measure manganese levels in the body. Treatment focuses on dietary modification to include manganese-rich foods such as nuts, seeds, whole grains, and leafy green vegetables, along with possible supplementation under medical supervision. Regular monitoring is essential to prevent complications associated with deficiency.
Detailed dietary assessments and clinical evaluations are necessary to establish a diagnosis of manganese deficiency.
Patients presenting with unexplained fatigue, growth retardation in children, or neurological symptoms.
Ensure that dietary intake is thoroughly documented, and consider the patient's overall nutritional status.
Documentation of gastrointestinal disorders that may affect nutrient absorption is critical.
Patients with malabsorption syndromes or chronic diarrhea presenting with signs of deficiency.
Linking gastrointestinal conditions to nutritional deficiencies requires careful documentation of both conditions.
Used when providing dietary counseling for patients diagnosed with manganese deficiency.
Document the patient's nutritional assessment, goals, and progress.
Nutrition specialists should ensure comprehensive dietary evaluations are included.
Common symptoms include weakness, bone malformation, fatigue, and neurological issues such as mood changes or cognitive difficulties.
Diagnosis is made through clinical evaluation, dietary assessments, and laboratory tests measuring manganese levels in the body.
Foods high in manganese include nuts, seeds, whole grains, leafy green vegetables, and tea.
