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Localized argyria caused by silver earrings

C A Morton1, M Fallowfield, D Kemmett

  • 1Department of Dermatology, Western Infirmary, Glasgow, U.K.

The British Journal of Dermatology
|September 1, 1996
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Localized cutaneous argyria can occur after wearing silver earrings. This case highlights a rare skin reaction to silver jewelry in pierced ears.

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Toxicology

Background:

  • Cutaneous argyria is a rare condition caused by silver deposition in the skin.
  • Exposure to silver can occur through various sources, including jewelry and medications.

Observation:

  • A patient presented with localized skin discoloration after wearing silver earrings.
  • The discoloration was confined to the earlobes where the earrings were worn.

Findings:

  • The patient developed localized cutaneous argyria, a blue-gray skin discoloration.
  • Histopathological examination confirmed silver deposition in the dermis.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the potential for silver jewelry to cause localized argyria.
  • Awareness among dermatologists and patients regarding this adverse reaction is important.

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