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Polymorphic light eruption

EJ30.0

Link to WHO Definition

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

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.

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