To the best of our knowledge, the role of photoallergic contact dermatitis from 6-methylcoumarin in poikiloderma of Civatte has not previously been reported.

This report describes the first case in which photoallergic contact sensitization to 6-methylcoumarin may play an important role in the pathogenesis of poikiloderma of Civatte.

Patients seeking treatment for Poikiloderma of Civatte can expect a personalized approach at Skin & Laser Dermatology Center, with a thorough consultation to assess the severity of the condition ...

If you have an area of red, darkened skin on your neck or upper chest — and it's not from a recent sunburn — you may have poikiloderma. [IMAGE] Poikiloderma is a discoloration on an area of ...

The causes of poikiloderma of Civatte remain elusive. The original theory held that some unidentified chemicals were in the perfumes of the day.

Poikiloderma of Civatte is a chronic skin condition characterized by a combination of redness (erythema), pigmentation changes (hyperpigmentation or hypopigmentation), and a visible network of ...

1935-2016 John Civatte, age 80, passed away January 26, 2016 at Riddle Memorial Hospital. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Ellen (Harrington), two children, Marianne (Frank) Rogers, J… ...

Plus, years of tanning increases the risk of Poikiloderma of Civatte, a notoriously difficult-to-treat skin condition that causes reddish-brown discoloration along the neck and upper chest, Dr ...

Based on cutaneous poikiloderma, screening for non-cyclic neutropenia leads to a diagnostic work-up. During childhood, the main clinical signs should be present.