Post-inflammatory Hyperpigmentation — Flashcards

In diabetic dermopathy, histology shows hyperpigmentation of _____ layer of epidermis along with deposition of haemosiderin and melanin in the dermis

_____ maybe seen in lichen planus as the melanin from epidermis gradually moves into the dermis as a result of degeneration of keratinocytes

Wood's lamp examination of vitiligo will show _____ fluorescence

Hyperpigmented stage of incontinentia pigmenti has an obvious linear pattern following _____ lines.

First-line treatment for freckles is the use of a _____.

On rubbing the lesion, Nevus _____ becomes red in colour

_____ are an increased proliferation of melanocytes that are associated with aging and increased exposure to the sun

Freckles or ephelis are produced due to increased _____ production by melanocytes on exposure to UV rays

Poor prognostic factors for Vitiligo: - Positive family history - _____ vitiligo - Lesions over bony prominences - Leukotrichia - Koebner's/Isomorphic phenomenon - Nonsegmental vitiligo

_____ is a mask-like hyperpigmentation of the cheeks associated with pregnancy and OCPs