Leukonychia punctata L60.8

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Definition
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Possibly artificial leukonychia with numerous white spots on one or more nails, up to the size of a pinhead.

Etiopathogenesis
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Unclear, possible manipulation of the cuticle. Also observed in connection with the occurrence of alopecia areata.

Therapy
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Avoidance of artificial factors.

Literature
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  1. Dotz W et al (1985) Leukonychia punctata and pitted nails in alopecia areata. Arch Dermatol 121:1452-1454.

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Incoming links (2)

Leukonychie; Plcd1;

Outgoing links (3)

Alopecia areata (overview); Leukonychie; Stain;

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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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