Indian Journal of Dermatology (Jan 2012)

Laptop induced erythema Ab Igne

  • Sudhir U K Nayak,
  • Shrutakirthi D Shenoi,
  • Smitha Prabhu

DOI
https://doi.org/10.4103/0019-5154.94284
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 57, no. 2
pp. 131 – 132

Abstract

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Erythema ab igne is a reticular, pigmented dermatosis caused by prolonged and repeated exposure to infrared radiation that is insufficient to produce a burn. The use of laptop computers has increased manifold in the recent past. Prolonged contact of the laptop with the skin can lead to the development of erythema ab igne. We present a case of erythema ab igne secondary to laptop use in an Indian student.

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