A Rare Case of Localized Argyria on the Face

Publication

A Rare Case of Localized Argyria on the Face

Journal Paper/Review - Feb 13, 2019

Isak Verena, Beerli Tobias, Cozzio Antonio, Flatz Lukas

Citation

Isak V, Beerli T, Cozzio A, Flatz L. A Rare Case of Localized Argyria on the Face. Case Rep Dermatol 2019; 11:23-27.

Type

Journal Paper/Review (English)

Journal

Case Rep Dermatol 2019; 11

Publication Date

Feb 13, 2019

Issn Print

1662-6567

Pages

23-27

Brief description/objective

Due to its antibacterial actions, silver sulfadiazine is widely used as a topical agent in the treatment of wounds, including burns. Widespread or prolonged topical application of silver sulfadiazine dressings can lead to argyria including systemic symptoms due to the resorption of silver. Here, we report a patient experiencing localized argyria due to sunlight exposure after topical use of silver sulfadiazine cream on his face.