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Assessment of localised hypomelanosis in children | |
Dr. Rajneesh Kanwat | |
Background: Hypopigmentary cutaneous disorders are conditions where the skin loses its normal color, resulting in lighter patches or areas. The present study was conducted to assess localised hypomelanosis in children. Materials & Methods: 58 patients with localised hypopigmented lesions of both genders were selected. Detailed examination of the hypopigmentary lesion/lesions was done and findings were noted. Results: Out of 58 cases, 25 were males and 33 were females. Localised hypomelanotic lesions were vitiligo in 15, albinism in 12, pityriasis alba in 5, atopic dermatitis in 4, pityriasis versicolor in 6, lichen striatus in 2, seborrheic dermatitis in 5, discoid dermatitis in 2, post inflammatory hypopigmentation in 4, hypomelanosis of ito in 3 cases. Site was face in 42, upper limb in 25, lower limb in 21 and nape of neck in 38 patients. The difference was significant (P< 0.05). Conclusion: Common localised hypomelanotic lesions were vitiligo and albinism. A clinical approach to hypopigmented illnesses that takes into account the age at which the disease first manifests, the location of the lesion, and early evaluation is necessary to allay parental worries and guarantee the children's high quality of life. |
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