ICD-11 code : 9A60.02;
Preferred Label : Allergic conjunctivitis;
ICD-11 definition : Allergic conjunctivitis is an IgE-mediated response due to the exposure of seasonal
or perennial allergens in sensitized patients. The allergen-induced inflammatory response
of the conjunctiva results in the release of histamine and other mediators. Symptoms
consist of redness (mainly due to vasodilation of the peripheral small blood vessels),
oedema (swelling) of the conjunctiva, itching, and increased lacrimation (production
of tears).;
ICD-11 synonym : Allergen-induced conjunctivitis; Perennial allergic conjunctivitis; Seasonal allergic conjunctivitis;
ICD-11 inclusion : acute allergic conjunctivitis; spring conjunctivitis;
Origin ID : 361206059;
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Allergic conjunctivitis is an IgE-mediated response due to the exposure of seasonal
or perennial allergens in sensitized patients. The allergen-induced inflammatory response
of the conjunctiva results in the release of histamine and other mediators. Symptoms
consist of redness (mainly due to vasodilation of the peripheral small blood vessels),
oedema (swelling) of the conjunctiva, itching, and increased lacrimation (production
of tears).
