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Dental Skin lesions and disorders of pigmentation 520e9073

Pityriasis alba may be a manifestation of

A
Atopic dermatitis
B
Worm infestation
C
Indeterminate leprosy
D
Vitiligo
High-Yield Explanation
Pityriasis Alba Both indeterminate leprosy and pityriasis alba are seen on the face of children. Melanocytes decreased in number with fewer and small melanosomes. It Commonly affects children. Characterized as a mild form of atopic dermatitis. Clinical findings:- Pale pink/light brown macules with indistinct margins, powdery scale: more apparent on darker skinned patients. Treatment: Topical steroids, emollients. Ref:- Dermatology pictorial review by ASRA ALI; pg num:-167

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