Abstract
Seborrhoeic keratosis is slow-growing, sharply demarcated tumour with a fissured or pitted surface. Its surface may have a thin greasy scale. It is benign tumour of external ear originating from proliferative epithelial cells. Its most common site ranges from the retro auricular region to the helical rim. We present a female patient aged 62 years with a localized solitary seborrhoeic keratosis of left ear. Report of Unusual case of seborrhoeic keratosis. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/njdvl.v12i1.10605 Nepal Journal of Dermatology, Venereology & Leprology Vol.12(1) 2014 pp.56-59
Highlights
Seborrhoeic keratosis is benign epidermal neoplasm which affect elderly people
We present a female patient aged 62 years with a localized solitary seborrhoeic keratosis on the left ear, an unusual presentation
Seborrhoeic keratosis commonly appear in sun exposed areas like the head, neck and upper limb regions
Summary
Seborrhoeic keratosis is benign epidermal neoplasm which affect elderly people. It can occur anywhere in the skin with the exception of palms, soles and mucosa. Especially when they occur on the face Their numbers are limited, but on rare occasions, they appear suddenly in large numbers and are associated with itching. The growth was insidious in onset, started as a small asymptomatic firm pigmented papule which gradually increased in size. She gave history of itching, which was tolerable but persistent and history of occasional bleeding on touch.
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