Eczematous, Pruritic, Brownish Plaque of the Nipple and Areola: A Quiz

Soft, Erythematous Nodule of the Ankle with a String of Pearls Vascular Pattern: A Quiz

“…Some even argue that CCA represents a reactive inflammatory dermatosis, as immunohistochemical staining shows increased expression of cytokeratins, similarly to other inflammatory dermatoses, such as psoriasis ( 2 ). CCA is most commonly located on the lower extremities, as in our patient, but it can also present on the upper extremities, trunk, face, inguinal area, and CCA cases of the nipple and areola have also been described ( 3 ).…”

“…Dermoscopy is extremely characteristic, showing a linear serpiginous “string of pearls” vascular pattern that is highly suggestive for diagnosing CCA ( 3 ).…”

Dermoscopy and Histopathology of Hyperkeratosis of Nipple and Areola: A Case Report

“…A previous study reported greater hazard ratios in women with HNA between the ages of 20–30s. 1 It affects self-confidence in these patients and needs to be distinguished from cutaneous dirt-adherent disease, breast eczema, and acanthosis nigricans. In this report, we present a case of HNA diagnosed using dermoscopy and histopathology.…”