RT Book, Section A1 Oyetakin-White, Patricia A1 Baron, Elma D. A2 Kelly, A. Paul A2 Taylor, Susan C. A2 Lim, Henry W. A2 Serrano, Ana Maria Anido SR Print(0) ID 1161545614 T1 Photosensitivity T2 Taylor and Kelly's Dermatology for Skin of Color, 2e YR 2016 FD 2016 PB McGraw-Hill Education PP New York, NY SN 9780071805520 LK dermatology.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=1161545614 RD 2024/03/28 AB KEY POINTSPhotosensitive disorders are cutaneous diseases caused by an abnormal reaction to ultraviolet or visible light.The differences in quality and quantity of melanin pigmentation between skin types play a role in the prevalence of photosensitivity between racial groups.A diagnosis of photosensitivity involves a detailed history, clinical examination of sun-exposed areas and sun-protected areas, phototesting, photopatch testing, and photoprovocation testing.Treatment plans should emphasize photoprotection, symptomatic relief, and phototherapy or systemic medications when indicated.