A Case of Argyria / 대한피부과학회지
Korean Journal of Dermatology
;
: 1322-1324, 2007.
Article
in Korean
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-68492
ABSTRACT
Argyria is a rare skin discoloration caused by the deposition of silver granules in the skin. We report a case of argyria occurring in a 46-year-old woman due to ingestion of colloidal silver solution over 2 years. She had a diffuse, slate gray discoloration on her face and hands. The biopsy specimen from the face revealed melanin hyperpigmentation in the epidermal basal layer. Numerous, round, tiny brown-black granules were deposited in the basement membrane surrounding eccrine glands. Silver solution is being advertised as a cure for a variety of diseases and is commercially available as a 'food supplement'. This case report highlights the potential risk of adverse effects following the use of food supplements.
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Main subject:
Argyria
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Silver
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Skin
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Basement Membrane
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Biopsy
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Hyperpigmentation
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Colloids
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Dietary Supplements
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Eating
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Eccrine Glands
Limits:
Female
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Humans
Language:
Korean
Journal:
Korean Journal of Dermatology
Year:
2007
Type:
Article
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