Actinic granuloma
Actinic granuloma is a cutaneous condition characterized histologically by a dermal infiltrate of macrophages.[1]:706
| Actinic granuloma | |
|---|---|
| Other names | O'Brien granuloma |
| Specialty | Dermatology  |
Actinic granuloma is an asymptomatic granulomatous reaction that affects sun-exposed skin, most commonly on the face, neck, and scalp. It is characterized by annular or polycyclic lesions that slowly expand centrifugally and have an erythematous elevated edge and a hypopigmented, atrophic center. Advise to reduce exposure to the sun and to use sunscreen. Treatment with topical halometasone cream, pimecrolimus cream.
See also
- Annular elastolytic giant cell granuloma
- Skin lesion
- List of cutaneous conditions
References
- James, William D.; Berger, Timothy G.; et al. (2006). Andrews' Diseases of the Skin: clinical Dermatology. Saunders Elsevier. ISBN 978-0-7216-2921-6.
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