Friction Melanosis Quiz
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Content updated on Nov 2, 2022
What is friction melanosis?
This condition occurs when repeated rubbing of the skin with towels causes discoloration.
Symptoms of friction melanosis
Dark spots on skin
Skin abnormality
Questions your doctor may ask to check for friction melanosis
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose friction melanosis
Do you have skin darkening?
Do you have any skin problems?
Treatment for friction melanosis
To prevent this, avoid rubbing the skin with rough or sharp materials. The discoloration may not completely disappear.
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Diseases related to Friction melanosis
References
Yoon JH, Jang YJ, Cho EB, Park EJ, Kim KH, Kim KJ. A Rare Case of Transient Friction Melanosis of the Finger: A Case Report. Ann Dermatol. 2021 Dec;33(6):568-571. doi: 10.5021/ad.2021.33.6.568. Epub 2021 Nov 4. PMID: 34858009; PMCID: PMC8577913.
https://anndermatol.org/DOIx.php?id=10.5021/ad.2021.33.6.568
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