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Meyerson's Phenomenon Surrounding a Seborrheic Keratosis: A Case Report
Emily T Huynh1, Travis C Frantz2, David S Kirwin2
1Division of Dermatology, Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine, Yakima, USA.
Cureus
|February 9, 2026
Summary
Meyerson's phenomenon (MP) is a rare skin reaction around lesions. This case details MP around a long-standing seborrheic keratosis, highlighting a new association for this immune response.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Immunology
Background:
- Meyerson's phenomenon (MP) is a rare immune-mediated eczematous reaction.
- It typically surrounds pre-existing skin lesions like nevi, vascular malformations, nevus sebaceus, and melanoma.
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