Erythema dyschromicum perstans in early childhood

J Dermatol. 1999 Feb;26(2):119-21. doi: 10.1111/j.1346-8138.1999.tb03522.x.

Abstract

Erythema dyschromicum perstans (EDP) is a rare disorder characterized by asymptomatic, slowly progressive, ash-gray macular pigmentation of the skin which usually occurs from age 5 through adult life. We have experienced two cases of EDP in children aged 2 and 3, both exceptionally younger than the previously reported cases. We therefore suggest that EDP should be included in the differential diagnosis of pigmentary disorders occurring at an early age.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Age Factors
  • Child, Preschool
  • Erythema / diagnosis*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Pigmentation Disorders / diagnosis*