Candidal enteritis

This code represents an inflammatory condition of the intestines caused by an overgrowth of Candida species, typically Candida albicans. It can affect various parts of the small and large bowel, leading to symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, and malabsorption.

Use this code when documentation clearly indicates a diagnosis of candidal infection specifically affecting the intestines. This diagnosis is often supported by endoscopic findings with biopsies showing fungal elements, or positive stool cultures for Candida in the context of enteritis symptoms.

• Ensure the documentation specifies "enteritis" or "colitis" due to Candida to differentiate from systemic candidiasis or candidal infections of other organs.
• Do not use this code for non-specific candidal overgrowth in the gut without evidence of inflammation or disease.
• Consider sequencing this code after codes for underlying conditions that may predispose to candidal infections, such as immunocompromised states (e.g., HIV, chemotherapy).