EA91.6

ICD-11 MMS 2026-01

Subacute lichen planus

Description

The commonest form of lichen planus affecting the skin. It may be limited to a few papules or plaques but may be widespread. It may continue to extend over months and may remain active over several years.

Index terms

  • Subacute lichen planus

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

  • EA91.0 – Acute eruptive lichen planus
  • EA91.1 – Hypertrophic lichen planus
  • EA91.2 – Follicular lichen planus
  • EA91.3 – Lichen planus of genital skin and mucous membranes
  • EA91.4 – Lichen planus and lichenoid reactions of oral mucosa
  • EA91.5 – Lichen planus of the nails
  • EA91.Y – Other specified lichen planus
  • EA91.Z – Lichen planus of unspecified type

Foundation entity

Subacute lichen planus – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/902772141

Part of: EA91: Lichen planus › 14: Diseases of the skin