Seborrhoeic dermatitis of the scalpICD-11 Subcategory
ICD-11 code : EA81.1;
Preferred Label : Seborrhoeic dermatitis of the scalp;
ICD-11 definition : Seborrhoeic dermatitis of the scalp is characterized by varying degrees of scaling,
inflammation, exudation and crusting affecting the scalp. It may occur in isolation
or may be accompanied by seborrhoeic dermatitis of other sites. It may be difficult
to differentiate from scalp psoriasis. Pityriasis capitis (dandruff) is considered
to represent a mild form of seborrhoeic dermatitis of the scalp.;
Seborrhoeic dermatitis of the scalp is characterized by varying degrees of scaling,
inflammation, exudation and crusting affecting the scalp. It may occur in isolation
or may be accompanied by seborrhoeic dermatitis of other sites. It may be difficult
to differentiate from scalp psoriasis. Pityriasis capitis (dandruff) is considered
to represent a mild form of seborrhoeic dermatitis of the scalp.