Polymorphous light eruption (PMLE)
Relatively common.
Usually begins <30 years.
Numerous polymorphic skin lesions
May be positive family history of sunlight sensitivity
Lesions have a ‘photodistribution’ – face, neck, chest, dorsal arms, hands
Treatment – sunscreens; topical steroids, beta-carotene, antimalarials
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