Abstract
Erythema ab igne is a relatively uncommon skin lesion caused by chronic exposure to low levels of infrared heat from open fires or stoves, and is characterized by reticulated hyperpigmentation on the exposed skin. Recently, exposure to various 'new' heat sources, such as heated furniture, car heaters, or even laptop computers, has been reported to cause this condition. We present a case of 31-year-old Korean woman with reticulated hyperpigmentation on her feet, which had occurred due to bathing her feet in hot water on a daily basis.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 615-616 |
Number of pages | 2 |
Journal | Korean Journal of Dermatology |
Volume | 44 |
Issue number | 5 |
Publication status | Published - 2006 May |
Keywords
- Erythema ab igne
- Feet-bathing
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Dermatology