Background: Erythema ab igne (EAI) is a reticular, pigmented dermatosis, occuring after long-term exposure to infrared radiation that is insufficient to produce a burn. Only few case report is founded in literature about laptop computer-induced erythema ab igne.
Material & Method: A rare case presented here who had laptop computer-induced EAI on her left thigh.
Conclusion: We present this case to raise awareness of this rare source of EAI that is likely to become more common as the use of laptops increases.
Primary Language | English |
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Journal Section | Letters to the Editor |
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Publication Date | June 20, 2011 |
Published in Issue | Year 2011Volume: 33 Issue: 2 |