Essential (primary) hypertension: I10. In ICD-9, essential hypertension was coded using 401.0 (malignant), 401.1 (benign), or 401.9 (unspecified). ICD-10 uses only a single code for individuals who meet criteria for hypertension and do not have comorbid heart or kidney disease.
Symptoms & Signs. Swelling of the lips can arise due to different conditions. Trauma or injury to the lip and mouth area is an obvious cause of swollen lips. Allergic reactions, either to foods, medications, or other substances, can often be accompanied by swelling of the lips. Angioedema is a condition in which there is swelling of the tissue beneath the skin, and this is often concentrated around the eyes and lips.
Likey allergic rxn: Allergic reaction to a number of things could cause swollen lips with associated itchy (sic). Angioedema can cause swollen lips. Important to note if localized to one area or involves the upper and lower lips diffusely. ...Read more.