Lentigo simplex

Lentigo simplex
Other names: Simple lentigo[1]

Lentigo simplex is a dark spot, typically 3mm to 15mm, and round to oval, with an irregular or regular edge.[2] It does not itch or hurt and characteristaically has a uniform color.[2]

It is the most common form of lentigo.[3]: 29  A single lesion or multiple lesions (lentigines) may be present at birth or more commonly first develop in early childhood. Lentigo simplex is not induced by sun exposure, and it is not associated with any medical diseases or conditions. It is also referred to as simple lentigo and juvenile lentigo. This condition also affects cats, those with orange coloration most often, and can appear on the nose, lips, and eyes as the cat ages.[4]

  • Lentigo simplex
    Lentigo simplex
  • Lentigo simplex
    Lentigo simplex

See also

References

  1. ↑ Rapini, Ronald P.; Bolognia, Jean L.; Jorizzo, Joseph L. (2007). Dermatology: 2-Volume Set. St. Louis: Mosby. pp. 1717–20. ISBN 978-1-4160-2999-1.
  2. 1 2 DE, Elder; D, Massi; RA, Scolyer; R, Willemze (2018). "2. Melanocytic tumours". WHO Classification of Skin Tumours. Vol. 11 (4th ed.). Lyon (France): World Health Organization. pp. 78–79. ISBN 978-92-832-2440-2. Archived from the original on 2022-07-11. Retrieved 2023-07-01.
  3. ↑ James, William D.; Berger, Timothy G.; et al. (2006). Andrews' Diseases of the Skin: clinical Dermatology. Saunders Elsevier. ISBN 978-0-7216-2921-6.
  4. ↑ "Lentigines". Centre for Veterinary Education. University of Sydney. Archived from the original on 1 February 2014. Retrieved 28 January 2014.
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