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EJ30.0 Polymorphic light eruption

International Classification of Diseases for Mortality and Morbidity Statistics, 11th Revision, v2024-01

Polymorphic light eruption is a common delayed‐onset abnormal inflammatory cutaneous reaction to sunlight or other source of ultraviolet radiation. It typically manifests as an eruption of papules and vesicles affecting normally sun-protected skin sites following exposure to sunlight. Tolerance is commonly seen after repeated sunlight or UV exposure.

synonyms

• Polymorphic light eruption
• Polymorphous light eruption
• PLE - [polymorphic light eruption]
• Juvenile spring eruption
• Benign summer eruption

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