A Clinico-epidemiological Study of Facial Hypermelanosis
Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS) - Year 2019, Vol 18, Issue 4
Abstract
Hypermelanosis is a commonly encountered pigmentary disorder in dermatology practice. This study was aimed to study the epidemiology, clinical presentation, and precipitating and/or provocation factors associated with facial hypermelanosis. The study included 200 patients attended, with dermatological problems to the DVL OPD Department ACSR Government General hospital, Nellore, Andhra Pradesh, India. The present study was conducted from January 2018 to December 2018 over a period of 12 months. The demographic data was recorded and clinical evaluation was done. Out of 200 cases studied the most common cause being melasma in 94(47%) cases followed by post inflammatory hyperpigmentation in 48(24%) and periocular melanosis in 24 (12%) cases. Riehl’s melanosis in 15(12.5%), Lichen Planus Pigmentosus in 6 cases (3%). Ephelides in 6 cases (3%). Ashy Dermatosis in 5(2.5%) cases and Nevus of OTA in 2 cases (1%).This study indicates that facial hypermelanosis has multifactorial etiology such as photo exposure and hormonal influences such as pregnancy, cosmetic usage and thyroid disorders. We also found family history of melasma in some of our patients.
Authors and Affiliations
Dr. Avula Rajamma MD DVL, Dr. Poola Ramachandra Rao MD DVL
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