EA81.1

ICD-11 MMS 2026-01

Seborrhoeic dermatitis of the scalp

Description

Seborrhoeic dermatitis of the scalp is characterised by varying degrees of scaling, inflammation, exudation and crusting affecting the scalp. It may occur in isolation or may be accompanied by seborrhoeic dermatitis of other sites. It may be difficult to differentiate from scalp psoriasis. Pityriasis capitis (dandruff) is considered to represent a mild form of seborrhoeic dermatitis of the scalp.

Index terms

  • Seborrhoeic dermatitis of the scalp
  • Seborrhoeic eczema of scalp
  • Pityriasis capitis
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  • Dandruff

Excludes

Exclusions from above levels

  • 1F86.4 – Cercarial dermatitis
  • EB44 – Dermatitis herpetiformis
  • ED90.1 – Periorificial dermatitis
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  • 1B72.0 – Bullous impetigo of the napkin area
  • 1F23.12 – Napkin candidosis
  • EH71 – Dermatoses precipitated by drug therapy
  • EH76 – Dermatoses associated with specific classes of medication

Sibling codes

  • EA81.0 – Seborrhoeic dermatitis of face
  • EA81.Y – Seborrhoeic dermatosis of other specified type or distribution
  • EA81.Z – Seborrhoeic dermatitis, unspecified

Foundation entity

Seborrhoeic dermatitis of the scalp – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/1010943819

Part of: EA81: Seborrhoeic dermatitis and related conditions › 14: Diseases of the skin