Pigmentation Disorders Flashcards
1
Q
Lentigines
A
freckles
2
Q
melasma
A
hyperpigmentation caused by sun exposure, hormones, typically found around the mouth area and upper cheeks
3
Q
chloasma
A
uneven hyperpigmentation patches caused by sun exposure, typically found along cheek and perimeter of face.
4
Q
post inflammatory hyperpigmentation
A
staining
5
Q
vitiligo
A
autoimmune disorder causing white patches
6
Q
albinism
A
genetic disorder causing lack of pigment
7
Q
leukoderma
A
congenital or acquire, general term for lack of pigmentation
