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*[[Addison's disease]] and other sources of [[adrenal insufficiency]], in which hormones that stimulate melanin synthesis (e.g. [[melanocyte-stimulating hormone|MSH]]) are frequently elevated.
*[[Addison's disease]] and other sources of [[adrenal insufficiency]], in which hormones that stimulate melanin synthesis (e.g. [[melanocyte-stimulating hormone|MSH]]) are frequently elevated.
*[[Cushing's disease]], excessive [[ACTH]] production; Melanocyte-Stimulating Hormone ([[MSH]]) production is a byproduct of ACTH synthesis from Proopiomelanocortin ([[POMC]]).
*[[Cushing's disease]], excessive [[ACTH]] production; Melanocyte-Stimulating Hormone ([[MSH]]) production is a byproduct of ACTH synthesis from Proopiomelanocortin ([[POMC]]).
*[[Dexamethasone]],
*[[Doxycycline]],
*[[Doxycycline]],
*[[acanthosis nigricans]], or hyperpigmentation of intertriginous areas associated with [[insulin resistance]].
*[[acanthosis nigricans]], or hyperpigmentation of intertriginous areas associated with [[insulin resistance]].

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Hyperpigmentation
DiseasesDB 24638
MeSH D017495

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]


In dermatology, hyperpigmentation is the darkening of an area of skin or nails caused by increased melanin.

Causes

Hyperpigmentation may be caused by sun damage, inflammation, or other skin injuries, including those related to acne vulgaris.[1] People with darker Asian, east Indian, mediterranean or African skin tones are also more prone to hyperpigmentation especially if they have excess sun exposure.

Hyperpigmentation is associated with a number of diseases or conditions, including:

Hyperpigmentation can also be induced by dermatological laser procedures, although not common.

Treatment

Treatment of hyperpigmentation may include hydroquinone, kojic acid, azelaic acid, ascorbic acid, tretinoin (Retinol), topical glucocorticoids, and licorice extract. Note that all treatments will fail if the affected area is exposed to the sun and if there is not adequate UVA/UVB protection.

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References

  1. "Hyperpigmentation". Dermatalogic Disease Database. American Osteopathic College of Dermatology. Retrieved 2006-03-08.


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