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Giant bilateral becker nevus: a rare presentation.

Alireza Khatami1, Mehran Heydari Seradj, Farzam Gorouhi

  • 1Center for Research and Training in Skin Diseases and Leprosy, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran. akhatami@tums.ac.ir

Pediatric Dermatology
|February 29, 2008
PubMed
Summary

This case report details a rare presentation of Becker nevus in a 14-year-old boy. The study highlights the varied clinical features and management of this congenital melanocytic nevus.

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Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Pathology

Background:

  • Becker nevus is a congenital melanocytic nevus characterized by irregular, often unilateral, pigmented macules or patches.
  • It typically presents during adolescence or early adulthood, frequently associated with hypertrichosis.

Observation:

  • A 14-year-old male presented with extensive, bilaterally distributed, giant confluent brown patches on the back, chest, and upper arms.
  • These lesions were partially obscured by dark, coarse hair, indicating significant hypertrichosis.

Findings:

  • Clinical diagnosis of Becker nevus was established and subsequently confirmed through histopathological examination.
  • The patient's presentation was notable for its rarity due to the extensive bilateral distribution and size of the lesions.

Implications:

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  • This case underscores the diverse clinical spectrum of Becker nevus, emphasizing the importance of considering atypical presentations.
  • Understanding associated findings, differential diagnoses, and treatment options is crucial for comprehensive patient management.