Hyperpigmentation chemical L81.8

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

Chemical hyperpigmentation

Definition
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Circumscribed hyperpigmentation due to locally acting chemical noxious agents (e.g. self-tanning agents) or phototoxic noxious agents. S.a.u. Dermatitis, phototoxic.

Therapy
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Avoid the triggering agent. Otherwise blank local therapy with caring, non-perfumed external agents (e.g. Ungt. emulsif. aquos.).

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Phototoxic dermatitis; Phototoxicity;

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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