Poikiloderma of Civatte typically occurs on the neck and, in a v-shaped distribution, on the upper chest that includes redness and a "chicken-skin" appearance. As displayed in this image, Poikiloderma of Civatte is displayed as redness on the neck and the "v" of the chest in fair-skinned individuals. The red areas have prominent hair follicles creating a "chicken-skin" appearance. This skin discoloration, due to chronic sun damage, has lacy areas of redness from dilated blood vessels. This image displays an extensive area of poikiloderma of Civatte, caused by sun damage, next to an unaffected, less-exposed area under the chin. This image displays a flat, pink discoloration on the neck typical of chronic sun exposure.
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Poikiloderma of Civatte  Information for adults

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Poikiloderma of Civatte typically occurs on the neck and, in a v-shaped distribution, on the upper chest that includes redness and a "chicken-skin" appearance.
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Signs and Symptoms
Poikiloderma of Civatte usually affects the front and sides of the neck. The center of the chest is also sometimes affected. You will notice darkened skin color (hyperpigmentation) and lightened skin color (hypopigmentation) as well as redness (erythema). Fine blood vessels in the skin are often seen.
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Last Modified: 22 Dec 2008
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