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Nylon friction dermatitis: A distinct subset of macular amyloidosis
Correspondence Address:
V K Somani
“Sanskar” 2-1-438/A, Nallakunta, Hyderabad - 500044
India
How to cite this article: Somani V K, Hari S, V L Sita V N, Razvi F. Nylon friction dermatitis: A distinct subset of macular amyloidosis. Indian J Dermatol Venereol Leprol 1995;61:145-147 |
Abstract
43 patients were taken up for the study, all of whom were asymptomatic and presented with bluish black pigmentation. 23 patients presented with pigmentation which was proximal and distal to the bony prominences, all of whom gave a history of using nylon scrubbers during bathing. 20 patients gave no history of friction and the pigmentation was present on the extensor forearms, shins and upper back. Histopathological examination confirmed amyloiddeposits.