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Photoleukomelanodermatitis (Kobori) induced by afloqualone
T Ishikawa1, R Kamide, M Niimura
1Department of Dermatology, Gunma University School of Medicine, Maebashi, Japan.
The Journal of Dermatology
|June 1, 1994
Summary
A patient experienced a photosensitive drug eruption, specifically photoleukomelanodermatitis, caused by afloqualone. This reaction presented as skin lesions on sun-exposed areas, confirmed by positive photopatch and oral challenge tests.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Pharmacology
Background:
- Cervical spondylosis is a common condition often treated with medication.
- Drug eruptions can manifest with diverse cutaneous reactions, including photosensitivity.