In patients with skin of color, atopic dermatitis appears with various clinical manifestations. Erythema may be difficult to see or may appear violaceous. Inflammation from atopic dermatitis may result in hypopigmentation or hyperpigmentation of the skin that affects quality of life. There are conditions that mimic atopic dermatitis that are important to consider in the differential diagnosis.
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Cite this: Candrice R. Heath. Fast Five Quiz: Keys to Atopic Dermatitis in Skin of Color - Medscape - Mar 18, 2021.
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