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 (Figure 1). 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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