Abstract |
A patient with blue-gray discoloration of the face is described. Her history revealed that she had used bleaching creams containing mercury and hydroquinone for many years. Biopsy specimens of the hyperpigmented areas showed deposits that were compatible with both mercury deposition and the diagnosis of exogenous ochronosis. Dermabrasion was successfully employed to remove these deposits.
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Authors | P G Lang Jr |
Journal | Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology
(J Am Acad Dermatol)
Vol. 19
Issue 5 Pt 2
Pg. 942-6
(Nov 1988)
ISSN: 0190-9622 [Print] United States |
PMID | 3192777
(Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
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Chemical References |
- Hydroquinones
- Ointments
- Mercury
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Topics |
- Aged
- Biopsy
- Dermabrasion
(methods)
- Female
- Humans
- Hydroquinones
(adverse effects)
- Mercury
(adverse effects, therapeutic use)
- Ochronosis
(chemically induced, pathology, therapy)
- Ointments
- Pigmentation Disorders
(complications, drug therapy, therapy)
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