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Dermoscopy Distinction of Eruptive Vellus Hair Cysts with Molluscum Contagiosum and Acne Lesions.

Authors :
Alfaro-Castellón, Patricia
Mejía-Rodríguez, Silvia Anett
Valencia-Herrera, Adriana
Ramírez, Susana
Mena-Cedillos, Carlos
Source :
Pediatric Dermatology; Nov/Dec2012, Vol. 29 Issue 6, p772-773, 2p, 2 Color Photographs, 1 Chart
Publication Year :
2012

Abstract

Eruptive vellus hair cysts are benign lesions that can be difficult to distinguish from other skin conditions, including molluscum contagiosum and acne vulgaris. Diagnosis can be corroborated with histopathology. We emphasize differing dermoscopy features to help distinguish eruptive vellus hair cysts from molluscum contagiosum or acne. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
07368046
Volume :
29
Issue :
6
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Pediatric Dermatology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
82892420
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1525-1470.2012.01771.x