The term "occult blood" refers to blood that is not visible to the naked eye, but can be detected through certain laboratory tests. In the medical field, the detection of occult blood in various body fluids can be used as an indicator for certain health conditions. The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision (ICD-10) is a system used for classifying and coding diseases and other health-related conditions. In the ICD-10, there are specific codes assigned for different types of occult blood, depending on the location and source of the bleeding. For example, if occult blood is found in the stool, the corresponding ICD-10 code would be K92.1.
Celtic Pagans call the summer solstice Litha, and there are a myriad of ways to celebrate it.
To visit the destinations and attractions mentioned in this post - and to discover a few new highlights along the way - check out these recommended Nordic Visitor tours. Additionally, rolling around naked in the morning dew will bring you good fortune a custom still practised today by those particularly dedicated to the holiday.
1. This code is used to indicate gastrointestinal bleeding, which can be a sign of various conditions such as ulcers, polyps, or colorectal cancer. Similarly, if occult blood is found in the urine, the corresponding ICD-10 code would be R31.
5 Ways to Celebrate Litha — The Summer Solstice
The Summer Solstice is the longest day of the year, but that doesn’t mean it should be the most boring day of the year.
Celtic Pagans call the summer solstice Litha, and there are a myriad of ways to celebrate it.
1. Dance, dance, dance!
Litha is all about the raising of energy, since it’s the time when the world is the most warmed and alive from the sun. Hosting a drum circle, a dance party, or even just going to your local Irish pub and dancing to some traditional tunes is a great way to pay homage. Our ancestors would throw great festivals where music and dancing would be the norm. If your town has a renaissance faire, they’re always a good place to check out some traditional and awesome beats. Of course, you could also check out your local metal scene. Chances are, someone somewhere will be celebrating.
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2. Do good with your family
When I was a kid, my parents made me donate toys, food, and time on Thanksgiving. It was a good practice to make me realize all that I had. But you don’t just have to wait for one day a year to do good deeds. Litha is the perfect time to help at your local soup kitchen, clean out your closet and donate what hasn’t given you joy in a while or volunteer. If that option is unavailable to you for some reason, you could always make good with your family. Call a cousin or sibling you haven’t talked to for a while. Sent a small, unexpected gift to someone you know could really use it.
3. Learn a new skill
For kids, June is when summer break starts, which means all learning is off. That doesn’t have to be so. Make a commitment to using Litha to start learning something new: a craft, an instrument, a trade, or start working on a new project. Begin writing a novel or painting a mural on your kitchen wall. Imagine what you’ll know after ten Lithas have passed by?
4. Enjoy nature
Litha is all about nature. It’s about our planet’s natural path coming to its warmest peak before descending into the cold. Take a hike with a loved one, rent a lakeside cabin, or plan a day at the beach if you’re lucky enough to live near the coast. You could also go to a zoo or botanical garden and find out what nature from all over the world looks like.
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5. Set up a Litha Altar
Litha is all about bright, sunny colors, so when you go looking for decorations, candles, and motifs for your Litha altar, think yellows, oranges, reds, and greens. If you have a favorite mango candle, or a beautiful golden scarf, this is the perfect time to use them. You’ll also want to use sun symbols, which are thankfully plenty in the secular world’s summer decor. Look at Joanne Fabrics, Target, or Michaels’ for circular shapes, sun signs, or search online for the more pagan-appropriate symbols, like Brigit’s Cross. Flowers, fruits, and vegetables rom your garden are also most appropriate. I’m going to put a little bit of our homebrewed mead on ours this year for something extra special
1. This code is used to indicate microscopic hematuria, which can be a sign of kidney stones, urinary tract infections, or bladder cancer. It is important to note that the presence of occult blood alone is not a definitive diagnosis of a specific condition. Further testing and evaluation are usually required to determine the underlying cause of the occult blood. Overall, the ICD-10 codes for occult blood provide a standardized way to classify and document the detection of blood in various body fluids. These codes help healthcare professionals accurately communicate and record the presence of occult blood, aiding in the diagnosis and treatment of patients..
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