Post-inflammatory hypopigmented patch. This patient had a rash that resulted in pigment loss typical of post-inflammatory hypopigmentation.
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Post-Inflammatory Hypopigmentation  Information for adults

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Post-inflammatory hypopigmented patch.
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Self-Care Guidelines
Stop any creams or lotions with benzoyl peroxide or strong cortisone. If there are only a few areas and you have no underlying skin problem, no treatment is needed. In mild cases, the skin restores pigment on its own.
When to Seek Medical Care
Seek medical care if you have multiple unexplained, lighter skin areas; if you have a single lighter skin area with no history of previous injury; or if you have a lighter skin area that is numb or has lost sensation or feeling.

Seek medical care if you have any skin condition that leaves multiple lighter skin spots.
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Last Modified: 22 Dec 2008
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