Etymed
poikiloderma
Definition
A skin condition characterized by irregular pigmentation and texture
Clinical context
A 65-year-old woman presents with asymmetric patches of hyperpigmented and hypopigmented skin on her arms and face that have been gradually worsening over the past 5 years. The lesions are atrophic and have an irregular, mottled appearance with areas of both dark and light pigmentation. Physical examination reveals thinning of the affected skin with visible telangiectasias.
Mnemonic
PIGMENTAL skin changes with irregular texture and pigmentation