Can epidermal nevus be removed?

The treatment of choice for small epidermal nevi is surgical excision. Superficial means of removal frequently result in recurrence. Aggressive approaches may be more successful, but also carry a higher risk of postoperative scarring.

Is Becker nevus cancerous?

Becker’s nevus is a non-cancerous, large, brown birthmark occurring mostly in males. It can be present at birth, but is usually first noticed around puberty. It typically occurs on one shoulder and upper trunk but occasionally occurs elsewhere on the body.

Can Becker nevus go away?

It gradually enlarges, thickens, and sometimes becomes hairy. In some cases, it might develop on other body parts. Though there is no permanent cure for it, there are treatments available that can help you treat Becker’s Nevus.

Can a nevus grow back?

Q: Can a benign mole grow back after removal? A: If a mole has been removed by cutting it off so that it is level with the skin, some cells may remain below the skin. These can act as a “seed” and cause it to regrow. It is not possible to predict whether it will grow back.

Do nevus go away?

Congenital melanocytic nevi do not go away with time. Some congenital melanocytic nevi may get lighter in color over the first few years of life.

What is a hairy nevus?

A hairy nevus is a type of birthmark that is a darkly pigmented, hairy patch of skin. Children are born with a hairy nevus (or hairy nevi if there are more than one), which will continue to grow proportionally as the child develops.

How do I get rid of Becker’s nevus?

Traditional laser treatment of Becker’s nevus may involve the use of ablative1,2 and Q-switched1-3 lasers. Ablative lasers remove the entire epidermis of the treatment area and are clinically effective.

How do you treat Becker nevus?

There is no effective treatment for the majority of Becker naevi. However, the dark brown colour is less obvious if the affected area is kept out of the sun so that it doesn’t tan. The excessive hairs can be reduced by repeated treatments with a hair removal laser or by electrolysis.

Can you remove a nevus?

Small- and medium-sized nevi are generally harmless but can be removed for aesthetic reasons. Removal of a small nevus consists of a simple excision, cutting out the affected area and stitching the surrounding skin back together.