Rippled hyperpigmentation resembling macular amyloidosis--a feature of atopic eczema.
We present a patient with long-standing refractory atopic eczema who developed a pattern of lichenification and hyperpigmentation resembling macular amyloidosis. Histology showed changes of chronic lichenification only. We suggest that this appearance is a feature of her eczema rather than amyloidosis.
Hughes
B R
BR
Department of Dermatology, General Infirmary, Leeds, UK.
Cunliffe
W J
WJ
D000328:Adult; D000686:Amyloidosis / Q000175:diagnosis*; D003876:Dermatitis, Atopic / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000473:pathology*; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D012867:Skin / Q000473:pathology*; D012871:Skin Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis*; D012880:Skin Pigmentation