Prurigo pigmentosa or Keto-rash

Prurigo pigmentosa is a condition that is otherwise called keto-rash and is possibly under diagnosed as many health care physicians are not aware of it. The condition occurs in those undertaking a carbohydrate restrictive diet (called keto-diet) and is characterised by reddish spots on the chest, back and neck. It resolves leaving behind pigmentary changes that can take many weeks, months or even years to resolve. This video reviews th conditions pathology, clinical features and management. Subscribe and click the bell icon to stay up-to-date for more dermatology lectures!

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