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Melasma and Common Pigmentary Dermatoses in Asian Individuals and an Overview of their Treatment

Year: 2014

Type: article

Abstract: Asian patients with Fitzpatrick skin types III-V have been highlighted in publications describing pigmentary dermatoses.Melasma is particularly common in Asia, while nevus of Ota, acquired bilateral nevus of Ota-like macules (ABNOM), and Mongolian spots are also frequently seen.In Asian individuals, postinflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) frequently occurs after the treatment, especially laser and light therapies.Thus, prevention and management of PIH are extremely important concerns.This review discusses the pigmentary dermatoses commonly encountered in Asia, including melasma, ABNOM, nevi of Ota and Ito, and Mongolian spots, and the various treatment options that are either currently available or under investigation in vitro.

Source: Journal of Clinical and Investigative Dermatology

DOI: 10.13188/2373-1044.1000006

Author: Park Kyoung Chan

Institutions: Seoul National University, University of Miami, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Dermatologic Treatments and Research

Subfield: Dermatology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W2313396054