Leukoderma - Causes Flashcards
1
Q
Causes of leukoderma?
A
Idiopathic
Chemicals
Inflammatory
2
Q
Idiopathic cause?
A
Vitiligo
3
Q
Chemicals?
A
Hydroquinone → rubber industry
Substituted phenols → foot wear
Adhesive bindis
4
Q
M. Potent agent causing chemical leukoderma
A
Monobenzyl ether of hydroquinone