AI Article Synopsis

  • Becker's nevus (BN) is a benign, unilateral skin lesion that shows up as a hyperpigmented, hairy area, usually seen in adolescents, and is rarely found on the lower limbs.
  • A 17-year-old boy presented with typical dermoscopic signs of BN on his lower leg, highlighting the effectiveness of dermoscopy in the diagnosis.
  • While no definitive treatment exists for BN, cosmetic improvements are often the goal, and laser therapy has been found effective; however, treatment may not be necessary if the patient is unconcerned about appearance.

Article Abstract

Becker's nevus (BN) is a unilateral epidermal hamartoma that presents as a hyperpigmented and hypertrichotic lesion, typically appearing during adolescence. While BN frequently occurs on the upper trunk and proximal upper limbs, its manifestation on the lower limb is rare. Dermoscopy serves as a helpful diagnostic tool alongside clinical examination, revealing features such as pigment networks, hypertrophic follicles, and distinct skin furrows. We presented a case of a 17-year-old boy with typical dermoscopic features of BN located on the lower extremity. Although there is no definitive treatment for BN, most therapeutic interventions are primarily aimed at improving cosmetic appearance. In cases like ours, where the patient is not concerned about the cosmetic aspect, treatment may not be necessary. Laser therapies, in particular, have been shown to be effective in treating BN. There are no reported cases of malignant transformation in the literature. While associations with conditions such as malignant melanoma, vitiligo, and various skin appendages have been documented in case reports, BN is generally considered a benign clinical condition in most patients.

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http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11416204PMC
http://dx.doi.org/10.7759/cureus.67440DOI Listing

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