Generalized benign acanthosis nigricans in an infant

Indian Dermatol Online J. 2014 Dec;5(Suppl 2):S116-8. doi: 10.4103/2229-5178.146184.

Abstract

The generalized form of acanthosis nigricans, especially in infants, is extremely rare. Herein we report a 1-year-old female child who developed generalized acanthosis nigricans without any evidence of internal malignancy or endocrine disorder. This case is being reported for its rarity.

Keywords: Benign acanthosis nigricans; generalized type; infant.

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  • Case Reports