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Postinflammatory Hyperpigmentation

Elizabeth Lawrence  1 , Hasnain A. Syed  2 , Khalid M. Al Aboud  3
In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2025 Jan.
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Postinflammatory Hyperpigmentation

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Postinflammatory hyperpigmentation is a common acquired cutaneous disorder occurring after skin inflammation or injury. The condition is chronic and is more common and severe in individuals with darker skin tones, specifically those with Fitzpatrick skin types III to VI. Although postinflammatory hyperpigmentation typically improves spontaneously, this process can take months to years, necessitating prolonged treatment. Combination therapy is the most effective treatment.

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Conflict of interest statement

Disclosure: Elizabeth Lawrence declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

Disclosure: Hasnain Syed declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

Disclosure: Khalid Al Aboud declares no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.

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