A Curious Case of Raindrop Skin

A 34-year-old woman develops raindrop-like Skin Changes on her chest and back. Her neighbors, who share a well, have similar symptoms. What is the cause?

Arsenic toxicity


A 34-year-old woman presented with a 3-year history of changes in skin color. Examination was notable for hypopigmented macules on a background of hyperpigmentation, creating a raindrop-like appearance on the chest and back. Neighbors who drank water from the same well had similar skin changes. What is the most likely diagnosis?

What is the most likely diagnosis?

Arsenic toxicity
Cadmium toxicity
Copper toxicity
Lead toxicity
Mercury toxicity

Arsenic toxicity, Dermatology, Hyperpigmentation, Raindrop pigmentation, Toxicology

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