Laptop computer-induced erythema ab igne: a case report.
Erythema ab igne is a condition characterized by reticulated telangiectasia and hyperpigmentation caused by repeated long-term exposure to infrared radiation insufficient to produce a burn. We report a case of laptop computer-induced erythema ab igne.
Mohr
Melinda R
MR
Department of Dermatology, Eastern Virginia Medical School, Norfolk, USA.
Scott
Kimberly A
KA
Pariser
Robert M
RM
Hood
Antoinette F
AF
D000328:Adult; D004890:Erythema / Q000209:etiology*; D005260:Female; D006358:Hot Temperature / Q000009:adverse effects; D006801:Humans; D017495:Hyperpigmentation / Q000209:etiology*; D007868:Leg Dermatoses / Q000209:etiology*; D008838:Microcomputers; D013684:Telangiectasis / Q000209:etiology*; D013848:Thigh