Synonym(s)
Arsenic-induced hyperpigmentations; Melanosis Arsenic melanosis
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Multiple, confluent, sometimes jagged pigmentation spots after chronic arsenic intake.
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Especially in the armpits and on the abdomen. The mucous membranes are always free.
Caution. Frequent multiple neoplasia after chronic arsenic intoxication!
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Simultaneous arsenic keratoses, multiple superficial basal cell carcinomas.
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Good cause research! Regular evaluation, early biopsy and surgical removal if malignant degeneration is suspected. Control of internal organs, especially lung, liver, pancreas and kidney, as malignancy often occurs.
LiteratureThis section has been translated automatically.
- Grobe JW (1992) Arsenic intoxication late sequelae in Moselle vintners. Close to skin derm 4: 378-387
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Addison's disease; Arsenic intoxication; Melanosis, arsenic melanosis; Occupational disease according to bk 1108; Spot darker;Disclaimer
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Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer