Melanoma developed during pregnancy--a case report

Area of Science:

• Dermatology
• Oncology
• Obstetrics

Background:

• Melanoma diagnosis during pregnancy presents unique challenges.
• Pigmented lesions can change during gestation, complicating early detection.

Observation:

• A case of plantar interdigital cutaneous melanoma in a 22-year-old woman is presented.
• The patient noted changes in a pigmented lesion during pregnancy.

Findings:

• The melanoma diagnosis was delayed, leading to an unfavorable outcome.
• Changes in melanocytic lesions during pregnancy should not be dismissed as physiological.

Implications:

• Highlights the critical need for vigilant dermatological surveillance in pregnant women.
• Emphasizes regular examination of melanocytic lesions, regardless of perceived hormonal influence.
• Underscores the potential for delayed diagnosis and adverse outcomes in pregnancy-associated melanoma.