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Idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis (IGH) is an acquired leukoderma of unknown etiology. Clinically, these lesions are found more commonly in the elderly on sun-exposed surfaces of the skin. IGH does not require treatment; however, patients may seek out a dermatologist for aesthetic reasons. This chapter will review the epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, histology, differential diagnosis, as well as the available treatment options for IGH.
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Ayoade, K.O., Pandya, A.G. (2014). Idiopathic Guttate Hypomelanosis. In: Jackson-Richards, D., Pandya, A. (eds) Dermatology Atlas for Skin of Color. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-54446-0_4
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