Hydroquinone-induced localized exogenous ochronosis treated with dermabrasion and CO2 laser.
Exogenous localized ochronosis can result from the repeated use of hydroquinone-containing creams, many of which are available over the counter. We report a case that was managed by dermabrasion and CO2 laser. The incidence and proposed etiologies of hydroquinone-induced exogenous ochronosis are reviewed.
Diven
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Department of Dermatology, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston.
Smith
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Pupo
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Lee
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D003869:Dermabrasion / Q000379:methods*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D006873:Hydroquinones / Q000009:adverse effects*; D053685:Laser Therapy / Q000379:methods*; D008875:Middle Aged; D009794:Ochronosis / Q000139:chemically induced* / Q000601:surgery*
D006873:Hydroquinones; C031927:hydroquinone