Nodules of Scalp in Infant: What is your Diagnosis

Authors: Chaoui R , El Kadiri S , Oukarfi S , Douhi Z , Baybay H , Elloudi S and Mernissi FZ

DOI: 10.23880/cdoaj-16000201

Volume 5, Issue 1

Abstract

A 6 week-old boy, was evaluated for 2 asymptomatic,erythematous lesions on the right scalp vertex that was present 7 days after birth. He was otherwise healthy. Dermatological examination revealed two wellcircumscribed papule and nodule , erythematous in color,7- 10mm in diameter with firm consistency, located on the right scalp vertex. The rest of the physical examination was normal. An ophthalmologic examination was performed and was normal.

Keywords: Juvenile xanthogranuloma; Chilhood; Dermoscopy

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