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GlossaryBecker's nevus (Becker's melanosis)

benign skin condition with a dark, hairy patch

Becker's nevus, also known as Becker melanosis, is a benign skin condition characterized by a large, irregularly shaped, hyperpigmented patch, often appearing on the upper trunk or shoulder. This patch may become more noticeable during adolescence and can be accompanied by an increase in hair growth (hypertrichosis) within the affected area.

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research Becker's Melanosis and Hypertrichosis

3 citations , December 1967 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology”

Becker's Melanosis and Hypertrichosis mainly affects young males, causing brown skin patches and extra hair on one side of the upper body.

research Becker’s Nevus in a Male: A Case Report

September 2023 in “Curēus”

A 21-year-old male has a benign skin condition called Becker's nevus, which he chose not to treat.

research Becker's Nevus with Ipsilateral Breast Hypoplasia: Improvement with Spironolactone

29 citations , February 2003 in “Journal of Dermatology”

Spironolactone may help enlarge a small breast linked to Becker's nevus.

research Postzygotic Mutations in Beta-Actin Are Associated with Becker's Nevus and Becker's Nevus Syndrome

62 citations , March 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

Mutations in the ACTB gene cause Becker’s nevi and may lead to muscle issues in Becker’s nevus syndrome.

research Hair Disorders

November 2019 in “Harper's Textbook of Pediatric Dermatology”

Understanding normal hair growth and loss in children is key to diagnosing and treating hair disorders.

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