Postinflammatory Hypopigmentation and Hyperpigmentation

Overview

Journal Semin Cutan Med Surg

Specialties Dermatology
General Surgery

Date 1997 Mar 1

PMID 9125764

Citations 29

Authors

R Ruiz-Maldonado

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Abstract

Postinflammatory hypopigmentation and hyperpigmentation are frequently encountered problems and represent the sequelae of various cutaneous disorders as well as therapeutic interventions. However, the underlying mechanisms and the variability individuals show for developing hypopigmentation or hyperpigmentation are not well understood. The authors propose an inherited individual chromatic tendency that is based on "weak" or "strong" melanocytes and their tendency to respond to trauma or inflammation with either hypopigmentation or hyperpigmentation. Clinical examples and management of both hypopigmentation and hyperpigmentation are discussed.

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