Chromophytosis

Chromophytosis is an affection of the skin characterized by the appearance of superficial yellowish brown macules or patches on the upper part of the body - most frequently met with on the chest. It commences by the appearance of macules, very slightly, if at all elevated above the surface of the skin, and covered with barely perceptible scales. It usually begins upon the chest, extends gradually over the greater part of this region, mounts upon the neck, and descends to the abdomen. It may also stretch around to the back and cover this region. It never invades the face, and seldom, if ever, the limbs. The eruption may consist of a few large patches, with very frequently a large number of smaller ones upon the outskirts, or it may be composed almost entirely of macules from the size of a pea to that of a dollar. The patches are sometimes slightly scaly. The progress of the affection is slow, so that months and even years may elapse before it becomes generalized over the trunk. The affection occurs more particularly in persons who are out of health, and not unfrequently appears during the course of phthisis and syphilis. It is most likely to be met with in those who are warmly clad and wear flannel next the chest, and who, at the same time, are negligent in matters of cleanliness. It rarely, if ever, occurs in those who make a practice of bathing daily.

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