Lichen planus
ICD-10 Code
L43
Lichen planus
Definition
A chronic, recurrent, pruritic inflammatory disorder of unknown etiology that affects the skin and mucus membranes. It presents with rashes and papules that tend to resolve spontaneously. It may be associated with hepatitis C. Certain drugs that contain arsenic or bismuth are associated with reactions mimicking lichen planus.
Also known as lichen ruber planus — per MONDO
Also identified as
- DOID 9201 per MONDO
- ICD10CM L43 per MONDO
- ICD9 697.0 per MONDO
- MESH D008010 per MONDO
- NCIT C3189 per MONDO
- SCTID 4776004 per MONDO
- UMLS C0023646 per MONDO
Affected Organs
| Organ | Involvement | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Integumental system | Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Skin of body | Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |