Idiopathic Eruptive Macular Pigmentation (IEMP): A Case Report and Review of Literature
Journal Title: International Journal of Medical Research Professionals - Year 2018, Vol 4, Issue 1
Abstract
Idiopathic Eruptive Macular Pigmentation (IEMP) is a rare skin disorder of unknown etiology characterized by asymptomatic hyperpigmented macules and patches involving neck, trunks and proximal extremities. Here we report an 8 year old boy who presented with 3 years history of asymptomatic slowly progressive brownish skin lesions that were not preceded by redness or any other skin lesions. Skin examination revealed multiple, non-scaly, brownish, macules over his trunk. Skin biopsy showed increased basal layer pigmentation. The dermis showed few pigment incontinence. On the basis of the above clinic-pathological features, the diagnosis of IEMP was made. Parents were reassured and no treatment was done for the patient as the parents were satisfied with the reassurance. After 3 years of follow up, all skin lesions disappeared.
Authors and Affiliations
Nouf S. Al Muawad, Khalid Al Hawsawi, Abdullah Surrati, Abdulrahman Esmael
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- DOI 10.21276/ijmrp.2018.4.1.067
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