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Skin and Connective Tissue Diseases > Skin Diseases > Pigmentation Disorders > Hypopigmentation
Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms > Pathologic Processes > Pigmentation Disorders > Hypopigmentation

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Hypopigmentation  

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  • Topical Descriptor

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Entry terms

  • Hypomelanoses
  • Hypomelanosis

Note

  • do not confuse with HYPERPIGMENTATION

Scope note

  • A condition caused by a deficiency or a loss of melanin pigmentation in the epidermis, also known as hypomelanosis. Hypopigmentation can be localized or generalized, and may result from genetic defects, trauma, inflammation, or infections.

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  • 93

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http://www.yso.fi/onto/mesh/D017496

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