Nevus depigmentosus is a congenital loss of pigment in the skin that can be easily distinguished from vitiligo. Its size may increase proportionally with body growth. Unlike vitiligo, it consists of non‑progressive hypopigmented patches.
Individuals with nevus depigmentosus may be more prone to sunburn because of the reduced pigment, so they should use adequate sun protection. Most patients do not require treatment of the lesion.
Nevus depigmentosus is a loss of pigment in the skin which can be easily differentiated from vitiligo.
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Man's chest with Nevus depigmentosus.
Nevus anemicus ; These lesions appear white due to the absence of blood vessels.
Nevus depigmentosus is a skin condition marked by a light patch with an uneven edge. It often appears at birth or soon after. Surgery and light therapy are the main treatments studied.
The diagnosis of patients with nevus depigmentosus involved distinguishing it from nevus anemicus, pityriasis alba, tuberous sclerosis complex, and vitiligo.
Individuals with nevus depigmentosus may be more prone to sunburn because of the reduced pigment, so they should use adequate sun protection. Most patients do not require treatment of the lesion.