Acral nodular lichenification in Zambians - an artefact
Date
1982-10
Authors
Dube, M.K.
Attfli, V. R.
Hira, S. K.
Journal Title
Journal ISSN
Volume Title
Publisher
Medical Journal of Zambia
Abstract
Acral nodular lichenification among two Zambians, acquired through a regular habit of scrubbing the body with stones, is discussed.
Description
An article discussing skin lesion among many Zambians which is believeed to be an artefact due to a regular habit of scrubbing the body with stones while bathing.
Keywords
Skin Neoplasms , Pruritus--Zambia , Eczema--Zambia , Melanoma--Zambia , Keratosis--Zambia
Citation
Attfli, V. R. Hira, S. K. and Dube, M. K. (1982). Acral nodular lichenification in Zambians - an artefact. Medical Journal of Zambia. Volume 16 (4)