Differential diagnosis of melasma and hyperpigmentation
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چکیده
Background: Melasma is a common disorder of acquired hyperpigmentation affecting millions people worldwide, predominantly women. Despite the incidence, there are numerous hyperpigmentary conditions which may clinically resemble melasma. The differential diagnosis melasma therefore wide and prove to be diagnostic challenge for clinicians. This can delay appropriate treatment, adversely impacting sufferers. Our review aims provide clinicians with an understanding comprehensive approach assessing, diagnosing treating other disorders hyperpigmentation.
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ژورنال
عنوان ژورنال: Dermatological reviews
سال: 2022
ISSN: ['2637-7489']
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/der2.144