Rare case report of dyschromatosis universalis hereditaria
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Dyschromatosis universalis hereditariaAbstract
Dyschromatosis universalis hereditaria (DUH) is a rare genodermatosis reported initially and mostly in Japan. We report a case of DUH in a child with no family history but cosmetic disfigurement and psychological impairment were the presenting symptoms.
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