Dermatology Glossary

Syringoma

Syringomas are usually multiple. Yellowish to skin-colored translucent papules, typically grouped in the upper malar skin with a histologic differentiation towards eccrine ducts. Other areas of involvement include the chest, neck and eyelids.

Treatment:

• Destruction by cautery can be effective.

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