An unusual case of acquired localized argyria

Br J Dermatol. 1990 Sep;123(3):403-7. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2133.1990.tb06302.x.

Abstract

We report an unusual cause of localized cutaneous argyria, due to the cutaneous implantation of a silver earring back.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Argyria / etiology*
  • Argyria / pathology
  • Female
  • Foreign Bodies / complications*
  • Humans
  • Skin / pathology*
  • Skin / ultrastructure