Meaning & use
Leukoderma
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A condition characterized by patches of unpigmented, whitened skin, resulting from a local loss or absence of melanin.
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The dermatologist explained that the patient's leukoderma was likely triggered by a chemical irritant.
Leukoderma can develop after skin injuries, burns, or certain inflammatory skin conditions.
A note on using this word
"Leukoderma" is often used as a general descriptive term for white patches on the skin, while "vitiligo" refers specifically to the autoimmune condition that is its most common cause.
Words with a similar meaning
vitiligoskin depigmentation
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