Pityriasis alba

Published on 05/03/2015 by admin

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Pityriasis alba

DDx Ref       1571111

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Hypopigmented macules and patches on the extensor arm. This child is atopic. There was no preceding inflammation evident, as is typical of pityriasis alba.

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Hypopigmented macules and patches on the extensor upper arm. These lesions are asymptomatic; the patient often seeks advice due to cosmesis.