Melanosis Arsenical

Melanoarsenic acrodermatitis

Melanoarsenecral acrodermitis is a discoloration of the skin caused by long-term or persistent exposure to arsenic in environments that require constant attention, such as factory floors, mines, and road construction. Acrodermatitis incica melanosum is a chronic discoloration of the skin of the arms, shoulders, buttocks and other areas of the body with characteristic mottled pigments that look like a tattoo. This disease is also called red hand syndrome.

Diagnosis The diagnosis of melanoarsenic acrodermatitis is checked by signs such as fatigue from the use of creams and cosmetic procedures, as well as by corresponding histological features. In particular, in areas of the skin affected by Acrodarmatis arsena, a special pigment called tannin complex may be present. Also, a dermatologist often has to be consulted against the background of prolonged contact with various chemicals to determine the exact cause of the change in skin color. Melanos arsenic acrodermamyitis is extremely resistant to drug treatment. Skin coloring with special dyes, microneedle injections, and blood transfusions may be required to correct skin discoloration. The most successful is the removal of the tannin complex.