Dermatitis Neglecta: A Challenging Diagnosis in Psychodermatology

Dermatitis neglecta is a rare disorder that results from inadequate frictional cleansing, leading to the accumulation of corneocytes, sebum, sweat and bacteria in a localized area of skin, forming a compact and adherent crust of dirt, ultimately resulting in a hyperpigmented patch or verrucous plaque. Dermatitis neglecta,also known as unwashed dermatosis. It is often misdiagnosed or underdiagnosed. Here we report a case of Dermatitis neglecta in whom the dermatitis developed because of intentional neglect of personal hygiene.
Keywords: Dermatitis Neglecta, Diagnosis, Psychodermatology.