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Condom leukoderma.

Raghubir Banerjee1, Kalyan Banerjee, Ajit Datta

  • 1Department of Dermatology, University College of Medicine and Goenka Hospital, Kolkata, India. drraghubir@yahoo.co.in

Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology
|December 21, 2006
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Chemical leukoderma, a rare skin depigmentation, was observed in a male patient due to latex condom use. Patch testing confirmed sensitivity to mercaptobenzothiazole (MBT) and condom latex, with repigmentation occurring after treatment.

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Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Toxicology

Background:

  • Contact dermatitis from natural latex condoms is a known issue.
  • Chemical leukoderma induced by rubber condoms is rarely reported.

Observation:

  • A 32-year-old male presented with circumferential depigmentation on the penile shaft.
  • The lesion pattern suggested contact leukoderma from latex condom use.

Findings:

  • Patch testing revealed positive reactions (3+) to mercaptobenzothiazole (MBT) and condom latex.
  • The patient showed depigmentation specifically at the site of maximum condom contact.

Implications:

  • This case highlights chemical leukoderma as a potential adverse reaction to latex condoms.
  • UVB phototherapy and cessation of condom use led to successful repigmentation.