UV-induced colloid milium.
A 39-year-old woman is reported who developed numerous confluent yellowish semitranslucent papules of the face over 8 months. The patient habitually exposed herself to UVA-radiation twice a week for 7 years for aesthetic reasons. Histological, histochemical and immunohistochemical examinations were consistent with the diagnosis of adult colloid milium. A review of the literature is discussed. This case emphasizes the close relationship between long-term sun exposure, solar elastosis and adult colloid milium.
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Clinica Dermatologica Università, La Sapienza Rome, Italy.
Barduagni
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Cerio
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Wolter
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D000328:Adult; D003102:Colloids; D005148:Facial Dermatoses / Q000209:etiology* / Q000473:pathology; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D012867:Skin / Q000473:pathology; D014466:Ultraviolet Rays / Q000009:adverse effects*
D003102:Colloids