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symetrically destributed hypopegmented patches.
ReplyDeleteassociated with organ-specific autoimmune condition:
1-Graves disease
2-pernicious anaemia
3-diabetes
4-addison's disease
tx
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topical steroids
PUVA
Symmetrical patches of hypopigmentated skin lesion consistent of vitiligo. I would like to examine her palmar creases and buccal mucosa for hyperpigmentation secondary to associated autoimmune addison's disease, examine for conjuctiva pallor and angular stomatitis for signs of anaemia which could be secondary to pernicious anaemia, dipstick her urine for glucose and perform random glucose level for diabetes mellitus, examine her thyroid glad and thyroid status for signs of hypo/hyperthyroidism as well as performing a TFT level. The diagnosis is vitiligo which could be associated with underlying autoimmune conditions. Treatment for vitiligo include sunblock cream and long sleeve shirt to prevent area of sunburn on the vitiligo.
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