Actinic keratoses (AK) are considered premalignant skin lesions that present as erythematous, gritty macules, papules, or plaques; however, not all AKs evolve into skin cancer. more… Actinic keratosis

Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is a malignant tumor arising from the basal layer of the epidermis. The characteristic presentation is a persistent, pink, pearly papule that often bleeds. While BCC has a very low metastatic potential, treatment is indicated because it can cause significant local tissue destruction. more… Basal cell carcinoma

Café-au-lait macules (CALMs) are flat, hyperpigmented, irregularly shaped skin lesions (macules or patches) that may be present at birth and may grow in number and size. Stemming from the French language, CALMs get their unique name from their typical coloring, which resembles “coffee with milk.” more… Café au lait spot

Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) is a malignant tumor arising from keratinocytes in the epidermis. It is the second most common skin cancer. more… Cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma

Ephelides’ are known as freckles. They tend to occur in fair skin (Fitzpatrick types I and II) and blonde/red hair individuals. Ephelides are believed to be mostly inherited. more… Ephelides (freckle)

Epidermal inclusion cysts, otherwise known as epidermoid cysts, are benign sub epidermal nodules found most commonly on the trunk, neck,face and back. more… Epidermoid cyst

First described as “painful subcutaneous tubercles,” glomus tumors are neuromyoarterial neoplasms that originate from the glomus bodies. The latter are highly concentrated in the fingertips, thus glomus tumors are most common in the hands and subungual region. more… Glomus tumor

Infantile hemangiomas are common benign vascular tumors that affect infants. The lesion usually presents shortly after birth and can appear anywhere on the body, with up to 50% appearing on the head and neck. more… Infantile Hemangioma

Melanoma is a skin cancer that occurs as a result of malignant transformation of melanocytes, the pigment-producing cells of the epidermis. more… Melanoma

Sebaceous hyperplasia (SH) is a relatively common and benign condition that represents enlargement of the sebaceous glands. more… Sebaceous hyperplasia

Acrochordon, also known as “Skin Tag,” is a common, benign skin growth often found in areas of friction such as the neck, axilla, groin, and inframammary folds. more… Skin tag (acrochordon)

Solar Lentigos are a benign hyperpigmentation condition due to chronic or excessive sun exposure. more… Solar lentigos

Sturge-Weber Syndrome (SWS) is a rare, sporadic neurocutaneous disorder characterized by the hallmark triad of a facial port-wine stain, leptomeningeal angiomatosis, and ocular vascular anomalies. more… Sturge-Weber syndrome

Tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) is a genetic syndrome with multiorgan involvement including brain, skin, kidneys, heart, eyes, and lung. TSC is characterized by hamartomas, or abnormal growth of normal tissues. more… Tuberous sclerosis

Xeroderma pigmentosum (XP) is a rare genodermatosis characterized by defective DNA repair and inherited in an autosomal recessive fashion. more… Xeroderma pigmentosa