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Laugier-Hunziker syndrome
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology
|February 1, 1987
Summary
Laugier-Hunziker syndrome is a rare disorder causing pigment changes on the lips, mouth, and nails. This report details the first U.S. case and reviews other hyperpigmentation causes.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Genetics
- Oral Medicine
Background:
- Laugier-Hunziker syndrome is a rare, acquired pigmentary disorder.
- It affects the lips, oral mucosa, and nails, presenting as lentiginous macules.
- Differential diagnosis is crucial due to various causes of hyperpigmentation in these areas.