What’s leukemia cutis?

Leukemia cutis is a rare condition where leukemia cells are found in the skin, resulting in abnormal patches or growths. It is a specific cutaneous manifestation of leukemia and is associated with a poor prognosis. Treatment is targeted at the underlying leukemia. Leukemia cutis is a rare condition in which leukemia cells are found in […]

What’s osteoma cutis?

Osteoma cutis is a rare skin condition characterized by bony growths under the skin, which can be primary or secondary. Primary osteoma cutis has no known cause and commonly occurs on the neck or head, while secondary osteoma cutis is associated with an underlying condition that produces a lesion or tumor. Treatment usually involves surgery […]

What’s aplasia cutis?

Aplasia cutis is a rare congenital absence of skin that can occur on the scalp or other parts of the body. It is often associated with scarring alopecia and can be caused by teratogens or genetic disorders. Treatment ranges from wound dressing to surgical repair, but complications are rare and prognosis is typically excellent. Aplasia […]

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