Leukoderma - Causes Flashcards

1
Q

Causes of leukoderma?

A

Idiopathic
Chemicals
Inflammatory

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2
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Idiopathic cause?

A

Vitiligo

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3
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Chemicals?

A

Hydroquinone → rubber industry
Substituted phenols → foot wear
Adhesive bindis

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4
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M. Potent agent causing chemical leukoderma

A

Monobenzyl ether of hydroquinone

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