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What's the best modality iin treating erythema ab agni on upper back which is nt markdely dark?i've recenltly developed it bec.of hot packs.plz help
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Erythema Ab Igne: No definitive therapy is available for erythema ab igne. Reducing or eliminating exposure to the heat source early in the erythema ab igne disease process may reverse the hyperpigmentation. In cases of short duration, complete resolution occurs with removal of the offending heating device. More advanced cases may respond somewhat to tretinoin, and 5-fluorouracil cream can help clear.
Answered 8/29/2013
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