EJ20.2

ICD-11 MMS 2026-01

Actinic lentiginosis

Description

The presence of multiple actinic lentigines. This is a common finding in people with fair skin who have a long history of repeated exposure to the sun where it most commonly affects the upper extremities, upper back, forehead and scalp (if bald). It can be generalised and occur at an earlier age in people with an addiction to sun-bathing and use of sun beds.

Index terms

  • Actinic lentiginosis

Sibling codes

  • EJ20.0 – Actinic elastosis
  • EJ20.1 – Actinic lentigo
  • EJ20.3 – Actinic telangiectasia
  • EJ20.Z – Photoaging of the skin, unspecified

Foundation entity

Actinic lentiginosis – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/1767181383

Part of: EJ20: Photoaging of the skin › 14: Diseases of the skin