Oral melanocanthoma Flashcards
1
Q
What is the clinical appearance of oral melanoacanthoma lesions?
A
Smooth darkly pigmented macule of the buccal mucosa
2
Q
What population is seen with oral melanoacanthoma?
A
Almost exclusively seen in african americans.
Female predilection
3
Q
Do oral melanoacanthoma lesions grow quickly or slowly?
A
Dramatic enlargement within months
4
Q
Tx for oral melanoacanthoma
A
Due to alarming growth rate, incisional biopsy is usually indicated to tule out possibility of melanoma
Resolution of lesion after incisional biopsy
5
Q
Is oral melanoacanthoma common?
A
No, uncommon
