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Recognizing localized perioral solar elastosis: a common finding often overlooked.
Sydney A Keatts, Riley Shin, T Austin Black
1Mosaic Dermatology, Houston, Texas, USA. rashidmdphd@gmail.com.
Dermatology Online Journal
|June 17, 2025
Summary
Solar elastosis, a skin condition from UV exposure, typically affects sun-exposed areas. This case study highlights an unusual presentation localized solely to the perioral region.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Photodermatology
- Skin Aging
Background:
- Solar elastosis is a common manifestation of chronic ultraviolet radiation exposure.
- It presents clinically as yellow, atrophic, and rhytid skin, often with a leathery texture.
- This condition is frequently observed on sun-exposed areas like the face, neck, chest, and arms.
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