XII: Diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
L60-L75: Disorders of skin appendages
Disorders of skin appendages is a group of conditions affecting the structures attached to the skin, such as hair, nails, and glands. These disorders can be caused by a variety of factors, such as genetic abnormalities, infections, injuries, or environmental influences like exposure to certain chemicals. Typically, these conditions present with visible changes to the skin or its appendages, such as changes in hair or nail growth, discoloration, inflammation, pain, or the creation of abnormal growths. Over time, these disorders might progress and could lead to further complications, depending on the underlying cause. For example, a bacterial infection could spread if left unaddressed, or a genetic condition might progressively affect the hair or nails. Notably, these disorders might have impacts on a patient's self-esteem and quality of life, further highlighting the importance of comprehensive care for these conditions.
Subcodes of L60-L75:
- L60: Nail disorders
- L62: Nail disorders in diseases classified elsewhere
- L63: Alopecia areata
- L64: Androgenic alopecia
- L65: Other nonscarring hair loss
- L66: Cicatricial alopecia [scarring hair loss]
- L67: Hair colour and hair shaft abnormalities
- L68: Hypertrichosis
- L70: Acne
- L71: Rosacea
- L72: Follicular cysts of skin and subcutaneous tissue
- L73: Other follicular disorders
- L74: Eccrine sweat disorders
- L75: Apocrine sweat disorders
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