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ED60.2 Postinflammatory hypermelanosis

International Classification of Diseases for Mortality and Morbidity Statistics, 11th Revision, v2024-01

Melanin pigmentation of the skin resulting from preceding cutaneous inflammation, particularly when this is centred on the dermo-epidermal junction as in lichen planus. Damage to melanocytes results in release of melanin into the dermis (pigmentary incontinence).

synonyms

• Postinflammatory hypermelanosis
• Postinflammatory hyperpigmentation

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