A Case of Argyria / 대한피부과학회지
Korean Journal of Dermatology
;
: 1322-1324, 2007.
Artigo
em Coreano
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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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Assunto principal:
Argiria
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Prata
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Pele
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Membrana Basal
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Biópsia
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Hiperpigmentação
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Coloides
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Suplementos Nutricionais
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Ingestão de Alimentos
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Glândulas Écrinas
Limite:
Feminino
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Humanos
Idioma:
Coreano
Revista:
Korean Journal of Dermatology
Ano de publicação:
2007
Tipo de documento:
Artigo
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