EJ30.0

ICD-11 MMS 2026-01

Polymorphic light eruption

Description

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.

Index terms

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

Sibling codes

  • EJ30.1 – Chronic actinic dermatitis
  • EJ30.Y – Other specified photodermatoses
  • EJ30.Z – Photodermatoses, unspecified

Foundation entity

Polymorphic light eruption – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/1883086071

Part of: EJ30: Autoimmune or other photodermatoses › 14: Diseases of the skin