L66.3: Perifolliculitis capitis abscedens
You have scarring on your scalp. New hair can no longer grow there.
Your hair roots are inflamed because a lot of sebum has been excreted by the surrounding sebaceous glands. When hair roots are persistently inflamed, they become damaged. New hair can no longer grow there. Only small areas are affected by the hair loss.
Pus-filled cysts often form on the scalp, in the armpits, or in the groins. The cysts may also seclude and press into the tissue. Tiny tunnels below the skin are typical of the condition. If you press on those areas, pus or a watery, bloody fluid usually leaks out. Deep scars are often left behind.
The cause of this disorder is unknown. Certain bacteria probably play a part.
Additional indicator
On medical documents, the ICD code is often appended by letters that indicate the diagnostic certainty or the affected side of the body.
- G: Confirmed diagnosis
- V: Tentative diagnosis
- Z: Condition after
- A: Excluded diagnosis
- L: Left
- R: Right
- B: Both sides
Further information
Note
This information is not intended for self-diagnosis and does not replace professional medical advice from a doctor. If you find an ICD code on a personal medical document, please also note the additional indicator used for diagnostic confidence.Your doctor will assist you with any health-related questions and explain the ICD diagnosis code to you in a direct consultation if necessary.
Source
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