Linear and whorled nevoid hypermelanosis with Depigmented macules

Authors

  • Azra Ferheen Chaudhary School of Medical Sciemces and Research, Sharda University, India
  • Shitij Goel School of Medical Sciemces and Research, Sharda University, India
  • Khushboo Arora School of Medical Sciemces and Research, Sharda University, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.66344/jpad.v31i4.1719

Abstract

Linear and whorled nevoid hypermelanosis (LWNH) is a benign pigmentary disorder characterized by hyperpigmented macules in linear, whorled or streaky configuration, following the lines of Blaschko on the trunk and limbs. The soles, palms, face and mucous membranes are spared. Depigmented macules and CALMs occurring in association with whorls are not  seen. Here, we report a case of LWNH with depigmentation and CALMs.

Author Biography

  • Azra Ferheen Chaudhary, School of Medical Sciemces and Research, Sharda University, India

    Post graduate MD

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Published

29.03.2022

Issue

Vol. 31 No. 4 (2021): October - December

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Case Reports

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Linear and whorled nevoid hypermelanosis with Depigmented macules. J Pak Assoc Dermatol [Internet]. 2022 Mar. 29 [cited 2026 Aug. 1];31(4):713-5. Available from: https://www.jpad.com.pk/index.php/jpad/article/view/1719