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Chemical leukoderma is defined as an acquired, hypopigmented dermatosis that results from repeated cutaneous application of an agent that destroys epidermal melanocytes in genetically susceptible patients. Chemical leukoderma may develop both at the site of contact with the chemical as well as remotely from the exposure.
O'Reilly, Kathryn E +4 more
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Chemical leukoderma induced by dimethyl sulfate [PDF]
Chemical leukoderma occurs due to the toxic effect of a variety of chemical agents. Mechanisms include either destruction or inhibition of melanocytes.
Maya Valeska Gozali +4 more
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Contact dermatitis from natural latex of condom has been reported and is attributed to latex sensitivity. Chemical leukoderma from rubber condom is probably not reported. Here we present a case of chemical leukoderma in a 32-year-old male who developed depigmentation around the shaft of the penis in a circumferential pattern.
Raghubir, Banerjee +2 more
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Inhibitory Effect and Mechanism of Scutellarein on Melanogenesis
Fairer skin is preferred in many Asian countries and there is a high demand for skin whitening and lightening products. However, in recent years, problems related to the safety of using whitening agents have emerged.
Liyun Dai, Lihao Gu, Kazuhisa Maeda
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Chemical Leukoderma Induced by Pesticides. [PDF]
Zhao Q, Nan L, Mao C, Wu Y, Wu X.
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Oral manifestations of vitiligo
Background: Vitiligo is one of the disorder that has social impact . Both skin and mucous membrane show depigmentation in vitiligo. Depigmentation in oral cavity can be more easily observed and the patient can be given awareness regarding the condition ...
Anitha Nagarajan +4 more
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From Silicosis to Systemic Sclerosis: Erasmus Syndrome in a Young Galamseyer-Case Report. [PDF]
Erasmus syndrome is an uncommon condition marked by the onset of systemic sclerosis (SSc) due to extended exposure to silica. In this case, we highlight the significant health risks associated with silica exposure in artisanal mining (galamsey), leading to the development of Erasmus syndrome.
Gyabaah S +7 more
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Melanoma-associated leukoderma
A case is presented of a man with a history of melanoma treated with sentinel lymphadenectomy and interferon therapy, who subsequently developed diffuse hypopigmented patches thought to be consistent with a diagnosis of melanoma-associated leukoderma. Clinically, melanoma-associated leukoderma is a diffuse macular hypomelanosis or depigmentation, which
Hale, Elizabeth K, MD +1 more
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Contact Leukoderma Induced by Latex Condom: A Case Report
Contact leukoderma occurs when certain chemicals are repeatedly exposed to the skin usually producing a hypopigmented skin condition without inflammation.
Somanaboina Padmakar +2 more
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Piebaldism is a rare genetic disorder of congenital leukoderma caused by mutation in KIT proto-oncogene receptor tyrosine kinase. We present a 10-year-old boy with congenital depigmented macules suggestive of piebaldism associated with café au lait ...
Shibhani S Hegde +2 more
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