Argyria mimicking a blue nevis: dermoscopy features

Argyria is a rare disease caused by prolonged skin contact with silver. Localized cases have been described regarding the use of topical medications, and trauma with objects containing this metal such as acupuncture needles and jewelry. Clinically, a macule or a patch, round or oval, appears in the infected area, with a characteristic bluey-gray color. To our knowledge this is the first time that this clinical condition has been described through the use of dermoscopy.

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Main Authors: Enei,Maria Leonor, Paschoal,Francisco Macedo, Valdes,Rodrigo
Format: Digital revista
Language:English
Published: Sociedade Brasileira de Dermatologia 2013
Online Access:http://old.scielo.br/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S0365-05962013000300452
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