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. 2007 Jul;25(3):343-52, viii.
doi: 10.1016/j.det.2007.05.004.

Pigmentary disorders in India

J S Pasricha  1 , Binod K Khaitan, Sushrute Dash
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Pigmentary disorders in India

J S Pasricha et al. Dermatol Clin. 2007 Jul.

Abstract

This article addresses pigmentary disorders relevant to India. Many of these disorders are easily spotted because of the Indians' darker complexion. The authors examine hypopigmentary and hyperpigmentary disorders, defining the main characteristics of each and their relevance to the people of India, including social as well as physical ramifications. The authors propose the treatments available to Indians exhibiting these skin disorders.

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