Abstract
Nevoid hyperkeratosis of the nipple and areola is an extremely rare and benign skin disease of unknown etiology, predominantly seen in childbearing aging women, especially in the second and third decades of life. The disease is characterized by gradually growing verrucous thickening and brown pigmentation of the nipple. Here, we present a case of nevoid hyperkeratosis of the nipple and areola in a 42-year-old female patient. Although nevoid hyperkeratosis of the nipple and areola has a benign character, it is a problem for patients due to deformity and for clinicians because of its similarity to paget disease. There is no consensus on treatment; Topical agents such as keratolytics, steroids, retinoids or calcipotriol, and ablative methods such as cryotherapy, carbon dioxide laser, radiofrequency, or shaving excision are treatment options.
Highlights
Hyperkeratosis of the nipple and areola is an extremely rare condition [1,2]
Nevoid hyperkeratosis is a benign disease characterized by pigmentation and thickening of nipple and areola, which may involve one or both breasts [1]
We report a case of nevoid hyperkeratosis of the nipple and areola
Summary
Nevoid hyperkeratosis is a benign disease characterized by pigmentation and thickening of nipple and areola, which may involve one or both breasts [1]. We report a case of nevoid hyperkeratosis of the nipple and areola Her medical history revealed 2 vaginal deliveries and one miscarriage. She was no hormone usage and good in general health. The patient mentioned that the lesions in the nipple and areola became larger during pregnancies Her physical examination revealed diffuse heterogenous hyperpigmentation, plague-like thickening of the left nipple, and areola complexes with papillomatous surfaces © Our Dermatol Online e.2021 www.odermatol.com nevoid hyperkeratosis of the nipple and areola in the left breast.
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