(D22.7) Melanocytic naevi of lower limb, including hip

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658 132 in individuals diagnosis melanocytic naevi of lower limb, including hip confirmed

2 004 deaths with diagnosis melanocytic naevi of lower limb, including hip

Etiology Pathogenesis Clinical Pattern Diagnostics Treatment Prevention

Diagnosis melanocytic naevi of lower limb, including hip is diagnosed Women are 17.68% more likely than Men

270 872

Men receive the diagnosis melanocytic naevi of lower limb, including hip

0 (less than 0.1%)

Died from this diagnosis.

100

387 260

Women receive the diagnosis melanocytic naevi of lower limb, including hip

2 004 (0.5 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease melanocytic naevi of lower limb, including hip - Men aged 10-14 and Women aged 15-19

In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94

Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+

In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94

Disease Features melanocytic naevi of lower limb, including hip

Absence or low individual and public risk

Melanocytic naevi of lower limb, including hip - what does this mean

Melanocytic naevi of the lower limb, including the hip, are caused by an overgrowth of the pigment-producing cells (melanocytes) in the skin. these lesions are typically benign, but can sometimes develop into a more serious form of skin cancer (melanoma).

What happens during the disease - melanocytic naevi of lower limb, including hip

Melanocytic naevi of the lower limb, including the hip, is caused by an overgrowth of the melanocytes, which are the cells that produce the pigment melanin. this overgrowth is due to an abnormality in the genetic material that controls the growth and development of these cells. in some cases, the overgrowth can be caused by exposure to uv radiation, which can damage the genetic material and lead to the development of the naevi. in other cases, the cause may be unknown. the naevi can vary in size and shape, and may be raised or flat. they can be benign or malignant, depending on the type of abnormality present.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

Physical examination of the affected area
Skin biopsy
Dermatoscopy
Histological examination
Immunohistochemistry
Genetic testing
Ultrasound
X-ray
CT scan
MRI

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the size and appearance of the melanocytic naevi on the lower limb, including hip.

Regular monitoring of the naevi to detect any changes in size, shape or colour.
Avoiding direct sun exposure.
Applying sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher.
Wearing protective clothing.
Using topical medications such as retinoids, imiquimod, or bleomycin.
Undergoing cryotherapy or laser therapy.
Surgical excision.

4 Days of Hospitalization Required

84 Hours Required for Outpatient Treatment

Melanocytic naevi of lower limb, including hip - Prevention

The best way to prevent melanocytic naevi of lower limb, including hip, is to avoid excessive sun exposure, wear protective clothing such as long pants and long-sleeved shirts when outdoors, and use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an spf of at least 30. additionally, regular self-examinations of the skin should be performed to detect any suspicious lesions.

Main symptoms of the disease melanocytic naevi of lower limb, including hip

Skin growth

(Lesion, Bump, Tumor, Tumour, Nodule, Cyst, Growth, Mass, Lump, Papule, Wart)

Skin growths are changes in the skin that can be raised or flat, and can vary in color and texture. They can be present at birth or develop over time. Common types of skin growths include moles, warts, skin tags, seborrheic keratoses, and melanoma. Skin growths can be benign or malignant, and can be...

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