105 results match your criteria: "Angiokeratoma of the Scrotum"
Successful outcome of performing CO2 laser ablation in a middle-aged female with angiokeratoma of Fordyce.
Int J STD AIDS
November 2024
Department of Dermatology, Venereology, Leprosy, Father Muller Medical College, Mangalore, India.
Angiokeratoma of Fordyce, a localized form of angiokeratoma, is commonly found on the scrotum but rarely affects the vulva. We have documented a case of angiokeratoma of Fordyce in a female patient. She was treated with two sessions of CO2 laser ablation, following which her lesions resolved.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFResponse to 1064 nm Nd:YAG LASER in treatment of vulvar Fordyce's Angiokeratoma: case report.
J Vasc Bras
October 2024
Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais - UFMG, Belo Horizonte, MG, Brasil.
Article Synopsis
- - Fordyce's Angiokeratoma (AKF) is a benign vascular lesion found on the external genitalia of both males and females, with unknown prevalence and no known hereditary factors.
- - Diagnosis involves observing distinctive purple, bluish, black, or red papules on the affected areas, with most individuals experiencing no symptoms.
- - A case study of a 56-year-old woman with painful vulvar lesions revealed that treatment using the 1064 nm Nd:YAG LASER was effective, providing satisfactory results with minimal complications.
Angiokeratoma of Fordyce: scrotum.
Pan Afr Med J
September 2024
Department of Dermatology, Datta Meghe Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research, Nagpur, India.
Article Synopsis
- A 46-year-old man had purple-red, raised spots on his scrotum for 6 years that caused bleeding and distress, diagnosed as angiokeratoma of Fordyce.
- He opted for cost-effective sclerotherapy using a 3% sodium tetradecyl sulfate solution after topical anesthesia.
- After two sessions, his lesions completely resolved, showcasing a successful and minimally invasive treatment option for this condition.
Unusual Genital Wart Lesions: A Case Series on Angiokeratoma of Fordyce.
Cureus
March 2024
Department of Dermatology, Saveetha Medical College and Hospital, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai, IND.
Article Synopsis
- Angiokeratoma is a skin condition marked by dark red to blue or black papules and is typically asymptomatic, with its prevalence increasing with age, especially after 30.
- Different variations exist, including localized forms like angiokeratoma of Mibelli and circumscriptum, as well as the diffuse variant.
- The report highlights five unusual cases of angiokeratoma of Fordyce, featuring involvement in vulva and an atypical case on the scrotal wall.
Giant angiokeratomas of scrotum.
Indian J Dermatol Venereol Leprol
January 2024
Department of Dermatology, AIIMS, Bathinda, India.
Atypical Large Scrotal Angiokeratomas Treated with Long-Pulse Alexandrite Laser.
Clin Cosmet Investig Dermatol
March 2024
Department of Medicine, College of Medicine, Taibah University, Madinah, Saudi Arabia.
Article Synopsis
- * A case study highlighted a healthy male with multiple large angiokeratomas on his scrotum, leading to bleeding and embarrassment; he received Long-Pulse Alexandrite Laser treatment that significantly improved his condition.
- * The Long-Pulse Alexandrite Laser proved to be an effective treatment, but it's important to consider individual patient factors for the best outcomes and to be aware of its limitations.
Intralesional injection of triamcinolone acetonide is an effective treatment for angiokeratoma of the scrotum: a case report.
Postepy Dermatol Alergol
December 2022
Institute of Dermatology, Guangzhou Medical University, Guangzhou, China.
Unilateral Angiokeratoma of Fordyce With Unilateral PEAKER: A Rare Presentation of an Uncommon Disease.
Cureus
September 2022
General Surgery, Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences and Hospital, Cochin, IND.
Article Synopsis
- - Angiokeratomas are harmless vascular growths found throughout the body, with Fordyce angiokeratomas primarily appearing in the genital areas, specifically on the vulva in females and the scrotum in males.
- - Penile angiokeratoma (PEAKER) is a specific type in males, while clitoral angiokeratoma (CLANKER) is its female counterpart, with both often appearing bilaterally.
- - This text presents a case of a rare unilateral occurrence of Fordyce angiokeratoma in conjunction with unilateral PEAKER, which has not been documented before in medical literature.
Genital Rejuvenation of Scrotal and Vulvar Angiokeratomas: Laser Therapy of Scrotum and Vulva Lesions.
Skinmed
December 2021
San Diego Family Dermatology, National City, CA.
Article Synopsis
- Genital rejuvenation involves medical and procedural treatments aimed at enhancing the appearance and structure of the scrotum and vagina.
- Angiokeratomas are harmless vascular growths that can appear on the penis, scrotum, and vulva, potentially posing cosmetic or medical issues if they bleed.
- Laser therapy is an effective treatment option for managing genital angiokeratomas in both males and females.
Penile Angiokeratomas (PEAKERs) Revisited: A Comprehensive Review.
Dermatol Ther (Heidelb)
August 2020
San Diego Family Dermatology, National City, CA, USA.
Article Synopsis
- Angiokeratomas are benign vascular lesions found in the genital region, particularly on the scrotum for men and vulva for women, with specific subtypes known as PEGAKER and CLANKER for men and women, respectively.
- A study reviewed 54 cases of PEAKER in men, noting that they typically occur in younger males, often presenting with symptoms like bleeding, and are mostly found on the glans penis and penile shaft.
- Treatment options primarily included laser therapy, while some patients opted for other methods or chose to monitor the condition without intervention, with a recurrence rate noted after certain treatments.
There's blood in my underwear.
Aust J Gen Pract
March 2019
DCH, BPharm, MBBS, FRACGP, Associate Lecturer, University of Qld, Qld; Crestmead Medical Centre, Qld.
Penile Angiokeratoma (Peaker): A Distinctive Subtype of Genital Angiokeratoma.
Cureus
December 2018
Dermatology, San Diego Family Dermatology, San Diego, USA.
Penile angiokeratomas (peakers) are uncommon, benign vascular tumors typically presenting as multiple lesions on the corona of the glans penis. They have been observed in 21 men. They range from 0.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFGenital Rejuvenation: The Next Frontier in Medical and Cosmetic Dermatology.
Dermatol Online J
September 2018
San Diego Family Dermatology, National City, CA.
Article Synopsis
- Genital rejuvenation includes both surgical and nonsurgical procedures aimed at enhancing the function and appearance of male and female genitalia, specifically focusing on vaginal and scrotal rejuvenation.
- Interest in vaginal rejuvenation has significantly increased since its introduction in 2007, with the term scrotal rejuvenation emerging in 2018.
- As awareness of treatable conditions related to genitalia grows, the demand for these rejuvenation procedures is expected to rise, positioning them as a potential new area of focus in medical and cosmetic dermatology.
Acquired angiokeratomas of the vulva.
Indian J Sex Transm Dis AIDS
January 2018
Department of Dermatology, Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College and Hospital, Pune, Maharashtra, India.
Article Synopsis
- - Angiokeratomas are benign skin lesions made up of enlarged blood vessels, commonly found in the scrotum, and are typically harmless but can occasionally bleed.
- - The report highlights a case of a 40-year-old woman who developed multiple angiokeratomas in the vulvar area following a perineoplasty surgery.
- - The condition was effectively treated using electrocautery, a procedure that uses electric current to remove tissue.
A Case Report of Scrotal Rejuvenation: Laser Treatment of Angiokeratomas of the Scrotum.
Dermatol Ther (Heidelb)
March 2019
San Diego Family Dermatology, National City, CA, USA.
Article Synopsis
- Scrotal rejuvenation aims to enhance both the function and appearance of the scrotum through medical therapy and procedures, addressing issues like hair changes, laxity, wrinkles, and vascular lesions.
- Angiokeratomas, small purple papules on the scrotum, can be benign but might cause bleeding or cosmetic concerns, prompting treatment.
- Effective treatments, such as KTP laser therapy, have shown success in improving both the aesthetics and functionality of the scrotum in individuals with these conditions.
Scrotal Rejuvenation.
Cureus
March 2018
Department of Dermatology, University of California, San Diego.
Article Synopsis
- Genital rejuvenation is relevant for both women and men, with a focus on vaginal rejuvenation for women and scrotal rejuvenation for men, though the latter has less research.
- Scrotal rejuvenation addresses several issues, including hair loss (alopecia and hypertrichosis), wrinkling, laxity, and vascular changes, with various treatment options like medical therapy, laser treatments, and surgical procedures.
- Growing awareness among men and physicians about scrotal conditions and available treatments may lead to an increase in interest and research in scrotal rejuvenation.
Genital angiokeratomas of Fordyce 595-nm variable-pulse pulsed dye laser treatment.
J Cosmet Laser Ther
December 2017
b Department of Dermatology and Venereology , Comenius University, Bratislava , Slovak Republic.
Article Synopsis
- Angiokeratoma of Fordyce (AF) is a benign skin condition characterized by dark papules on the genital area, which can sometimes bleed, creating a need for differentiation from serious conditions like melanoma. !* -
- A study evaluated the safety and effectiveness of a specific laser treatment (595-nm VPPDL) with cooling technology on 24 patients, leading to successful removal of AF lesions with minimal side effects. !* -
- The results indicate that this laser treatment is both effective and safe, although some patients experienced recurrence of lesions after 6 months to 1 year. !*
Unilateral angiokeratoma of the scrotum (Fordyce's type) associated with a contralateral varicocele.
Indian J Dermatol Venereol Leprol
November 2018
Department of Pathology, Marques de Valdecilla Universitary Hospital, University of Cantabria, IDIVAL, C/Avda. de Valdecilla s/n E-39008, Santander, Spain.
Angioqueratomas de fordyce múltiplos de vulva associados à cirrose hepática.
Dermatol Online J
May 2016
Setor de Dermatologia da Universidade Federal Fluminense.
Article Synopsis
- Fordyce angiokeratoma is a benign skin growth characterized by red-violet, keratotic bumps that are usually asymptomatic, but can cause issues like itching and bleeding.
- It primarily affects men in the scrotal area, though it can appear in women, as seen in a case involving a 30-year-old woman with liver disease who developed multiple lesions on her vulva.
- Surgical removal of the growths was successful with no relapses or complications reported.
In-transit melanoma metastases of the scrotum with unusual clinical-dermoscopic features.
G Ital Dermatol Venereol
June 2016
Department of Dermatology, University Hospital Spedali Civili, Brescia, Italy -
Cerebral cavernous malformations associated with cutaneous angiokeratomas and hemangiomas.
Cutis
November 2015
Department of Dermatology, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina, USA.
Article Synopsis
- - A 66-year-old man experienced adult-onset seizures and multiple cerebral cavernous malformations.
- - He developed many eruptive angiokeratomas on his legs, scrotum, abdomen, and back, along with lobular and cavernous hemangiomas on his arms.
- - Genetic testing revealed a mutation in the KRIT1 gene, which is associated with cerebral cavernous malformations (CCM1).
Pulsed dye laser versus long pulsed Nd:YAG laser in the treatment of angiokeratoma of Fordyce: A randomized, comparative, observer-blinded study.
J Dermatolog Treat
October 2016
a Department of Dermatology , Faculty of Medicine, Al-Azhar University Hospital, Cairo , Egypt.
Article Synopsis
- - Angiokeratoma of Fordyce presents as harmless, blue-to-red, scaly papules on the genitals, which can be treated using methods like excision and lasers.
- - The study compared the effectiveness of pulsed dye laser (PDL) and long pulsed Nd:YAG laser in treating this condition, involving 22 patients who received both treatments on different sides of their lesions.
- - Results showed both laser types significantly improved the condition, but Nd:YAG laser was notably more effective, achieving a mean improvement of 77.63% compared to 61.8% for PDL.
Multiple giant angiokeratoma of Fordyce on the shaft of the penis masquerading as keratoacanthoma.
An Bras Dermatol
January 2016
R.G. Kar Medical College, West Bengal, IN.
Article Synopsis
- Angiokeratomas are skin conditions that involve thickened skin (hyperkeratosis) and abnormal blood vessels (vascular ectasia).
- They can be categorized as either localized or systemic, with Angiokeratoma of Fordyce (AKF) being a common localized type appearing as small, dark, dome-shaped bumps on various genital and lower abdominal areas.
- The text discusses a specific case of a large AKF on the penis of an elderly man, which was mistakenly identified as another condition called keratoacanthoma.