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HIPERPIGMENTACION [1 record]

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Record 1 2012-02-07

English

Subject field(s)
  • The Skin
DEF

The process of coloration produced in the body by excessive amounts of pigments.

CONT

Generalized hyperpigmentation. Diffuse brown hyperpigmentation is a feature of Addison's disease with accentuation of the pigment in body folds (palmar creases), pressure points (knuckles, elbows), and gingival mucous membrane.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Appareil cutané
DEF

Excès de pigments dans les tissus.

CONT

Hyperpigmentation par accumulation, trouble de la répartition d'un pigment normal.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Piel
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