Ochrodermatosis

Ochroderma is a rare skin disease also called pityriasis purpurea. Its distinctive feature is the appearance of pink-brown spots on the skin, which are also called ruby, rubidiform, copper and, finally, ocher. Hence they are also called ochroderma.

Ochrodermatosis is a pathological change in the structure and color of the skin caused by blockage of the excretory ducts of the sebaceous glands. As a result of the accumulation of sebum, a change in the keratinization of the epidermis occurs, as well as the development of a bacterial infection. Externally, the disease looks like a yellow crust (due to excess oil and trace elements in the skin) or brown papules (due to excess pigment). In the initial stages, the lesions affect the face, especially those areas that are regularly exposed to the sun and other irritants. The longer the lesion continues, the wider the range of areas involved. The problem will affect the back, abdomen, arms, legs. Due to the similarity of the manifestation with eczema, itching is often ignored by the patient, provoking worsening pathology, trophic disorders, and the formation of scar tissue.

All forms of the disease arise under the influence of hereditary factors, diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, endocrine system, nervous system, immune disorders, occupational hazards and lack of personal hygiene.