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Hyperpigmentation

Medical Definition: Excessive pigmentation of the skin, usually as a result of increased epidermal or dermal melanin pigmentation, hypermelanosis. Hyperpigmentation can be localized or generalized. The condition may arise from exposure to light, chemicals or other substances, or from a primary metabolic imbalance.
Guide Notes: do not confuse with HYPOPIGMENTATION
Previously Indexed: Pigmentation Disorders (1966-1992)
Hyperpigmentation Categories.
Canadian Medical Guide Definition Melanosis - Disorders of increased melanin pigmentation that develop without preceding inflammatory disease.

Hyperpigmentation Medical Definitions and Terms

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