Dermatology: are there different diseases depending on the pigmentation of the skin?

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The skin, according to its pigmentation, has particularities that it is important to know and take into account to improve the diagnosis, as well as the management of skin pathologies. In the same way, frizzy hair does not have the same specificities as straight or curly hair.

What are the specificities of black and mixed skin? © Getty Images/iStockphoto – Jay Yuno

At a time of globalization and the intensification of population movements, it is becoming essential to train doctors in the specificities of different populations.

Are there specific conditions related to strong skin pigmentation or different symptoms in people with black or mixed skin? Dark skin types have different photoprotection : Does this have health consequences?

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