Tar Melanosis (Melanosis Fumo-lichenoides)

Tar melanosis is reticulated hyperpigmentation on exposed/covered skin from chronic tar/pitch/mineral oil/anthracene exposure (occupational). Treatment: identify/avoid causagent; protective clothing; workplace hygiene; topical bleaching agents (hydroquinone/retinoids); sun protection; monitor for tar-induced keratoses/cancer; occupational health reporting; follow-up dermatology/occupational medicine.

Common Symptoms

Reticulated hyperpigmentation; exposed/covered skin; by tar/pitch/oil exposure

Causes and Pathogenesis

Chronic tar/pitch exposure causes melanin overproduction and photo-toxic melanosis.

Treatment

Avoid exposure; PPE; topical bleaching; monitor for cancer

Preventive Measures

Workplace protection; hygiene; avoid tar/oils.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Dermatology/Occupational-health department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.