Postpartum Depression
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📋Overview
Postpartum depression (PPD) is a mood disorder occurring after childbirth, characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, anxiety, and fatigue. It is a modern term replacing older labels such as 'postnatal depression.' PPD differs from the transient 'baby blues' by its severity and duration, often requiring clinical intervention.
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Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0221074ICD-10-CM
F53.0
MeSH
D019052
SNOMED CT (US)
58703003
Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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