Leukonychia punctataL60.8

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.

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

EtiopathogenesisThis section has been translated automatically.

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

TherapyThis section has been translated automatically.

Avoidance of artificial factors.

LiteratureThis section has been translated automatically.

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

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer