Scalp psoriasis

Description

The scalp is frequently the site of initial presentation and is the commonest anatomical site to be involved by psoriasis. Morphologies range from discrete plaques to total scalp involvement with either thick plaques or scaly non-thickened areas almost identical to seborrhoeic dermatitis. Sites of predilection include the immediate post-auricular area and occiput.

Index terms

Scalp psoriasis

Exclusions from above levels

1B72.0 – Bullous impetigo of the napkin area
1F23.12 – Napkin candidosis
EH71 – Dermatoses precipitated by drug therapy

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EH76 – Dermatoses associated with specific classes of medication

Sibling codes

EA90.51 – Nail psoriasis
EA90.52 – Flexural and intertriginous psoriasis
EA90.53 – Anogenital psoriasis
EA90.5Y – Psoriasis of other specified site or distribution

Foundation entity

Scalp psoriasis – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/272177365

Part of: EA90.5: Psoriasis of specified site or distribution › EA90: Psoriasis › 14: Diseases of the skin