History of photosensitivity
History of photosensitivity, including but not limited to any primary sun-sensitive condition, such as polymorphous light eruption or solar urticaria, or any dermatosis aggravated by sunlight, such as lupus erythematosus, porphyria, and xeroderma pigmentosa
What This Code Means
Receiving DQ code D112.60 means the DoDMERB physician reviewer determined that your medical history or exam findings related to history of photosensitivity do not currently meet Department of Defense accession standards as defined in DoDI 6130.03.
This does not end your candidacy. Many conditions flagged under this code are waiverable. The next step is understanding the exact standard that applies to your situation and whether a waiver request is appropriate for your commissioning source.
Official Regulation Text
From DoDI 6130.03-V1, “Medical Standards for Military Service,” Change 6 (February 3, 2026)
“History of photosensitivity, including, but not limited to, any primary sun-sensitive condition, such as polymorphous light eruption or solar urticaria, or any dermatosis aggravated by sunlight, such as lupus erythematosus, porphyria, and xeroderma pigmentosa.”
“History of lupus erythematosus.”
“History of cutaneous malignancy before the 25th birthday including, but not limited to, basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. History of the following skin cancers at any age: malignant melanoma, Merkel cell carcinoma, sebaceous carcinoma, Paget's disease, extramammary Paget's disease, microcystic adnexal carcinoma, other adnexal neoplasms, and cutaneous lymphoma including mycosis fungoides.”
“History of congenital disorders of cornification including, but not limited to, ichthyosis vulgaris, x-linked ichthyosis, lamellar ichthyosis, Darier's Disease, Epidermal Nevus Syndrome, and any palmo-plantar keratoderma.”
“History of any dermatologic condition severe enough to warrant use of systemic steroids for greater than 2 months, or any use of other systemic immunosuppressant medications.”
Waiver Outlook for Skin & Dermatology Conditions
Key Factors for Waiver Approval
- No requirement for ongoing prescription medication (especially steroids)
- Skin clear of active lesions for at least one year
- Condition limited to small areas with no systemic impact
- Dermatologist evaluation confirming resolved or stable condition
If childhood eczema was misinterpreted as a current condition, a dermatologist letter clarifying it resolved in early childhood can be the single document that secures your waiver.
This condition is covered in depth in The Ultimate DoDMERB Handbook by LTC Kirkland & Capt Dach — including real success scenarios, remedial exam strategies, and the complete waiver playbook. Get the handbook →
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