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Halo nevus (or Halo naevus, also known as leukoderma acquisitum centrifugum, Sutton's nevus or Sutton's Disease[1]) is a mole that is surrounded by a depigmented ring or 'halo'.
Causes
Halo nevi are caused when white blood cells target a mole. The cause for the attack is unknown.[2]
Predilection
Halo nevi are estimated to be present in approximately 1% of the general population, and are found to be more prevalent in people with vitiligo, malignant melanoma[2], or Turner syndrome[3]. All races and sexes are equally susceptible to this disease, although a familial tendency has been reported. The average age of onset is 15 years.
Cancer
Halo nevi are entirely benign, and are of only cosmetic significance. However yearly exams by a physician are recommended to ensure there are no other atypical moles or malignant melanoma[3].
Treatment
As halo nevi are only of cosmetic significance, no treatment is required[4], and patients will be asymptomatic.
See also
References
- ^ "Halo Nevus - thefreedictionary.com". Retrieved August 4.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|accessdate=(help); Unknown parameter|accessyear=ignored (|access-date=suggested) (help) - ^ a b "Halo Nevus - skinsite.com". Retrieved August 4.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|accessdate=(help); Unknown parameter|accessyear=ignored (|access-date=suggested) (help) - ^ a b Halo Nevis at eMedicine
- ^ "CareFair.com - Halo Nevis". Retrieved August 4.
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External links
- Halo Nevus About.com article
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