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This teen has severe pigmentary changes from inadequately treated atopic dermatitis. Constant scratching and secondary infection produce hyperpigmentation. Early treatment of atopic dermatitis when it is mild is essential. Adequate topical corticosteroids, oral antihistamines and moisturizing agents to prevent itching, and early recognition and treatment of secondary bacterial skin infection can help prevent this cosmetically disfiguiring change in pigment.