Polymorphic light dermatosis
Last Updated: 2020-11-19
ICD11: EJ30.0
Last Updated: 2020-11-19
Author(s): Anzengruber F., Navarini A.
ICD11: EJ30.0
Sun allergy, light eczema, polymorphic light eruption, PMLE, Prurigo aestivalis, summer prurigo, lupus erythematosus-like light dermatosis, eczema solare
Most frequent light dermatosis, which is characterized by its severe itching. The appearance is monomorphic within the type of PLD (see below: papules, vesicles, plaques, cocardial lesions, etc.).
Only in sun-exposed areas, individual predilection sites are described.
The skin symptoms are polymorphic and can often be divided into different types.
Classification
Light diagnostics
Photo provocation
Biopsy if necessary
Different patterns depending on the type. In most cases, cuff-shaped, perivascular lymphohistiocytic cell infiltrates are visible over the entire dermis. In addition, subepidermal oedema, exocytosis and spongiosis can occur.
General measures
Topical Therapy
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