Nevus Sebaceous
What is Nevus Sebaceous?
Nevus sebaceous is a skin lesion that commonly occurs on the face and scalp. The word “nevus” means mole or malformation of the skin. Essentially, nevus sebaceous is a hairless skin lesion that is present from birth. The color is somewhat orange or yellow and the lesion may be slightly raised or irregular.
How is Nevus Sebaceous treated?
Generally, it is recommended to surgically remove the skin lesion once the diagnosis is made. Removal is suggested due to the known incidence of basal cell carcinoma, which occurs in approximately 5-8% of nevus sebaceous lesions. This change does not happen before puberty, however. At puberty, these birthmarks often grow, thicken, develop a wart-like appearance, and may become slightly itchy or irritated.
Nevus Sebaceous Doctors and Providers
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Nnenna Agim, MD Pediatric DermatologistDivision Director at Children's Health Assistant Professor at UT Southwestern Medical CenterRead Nnenna Agim's Full ProfileNnenna Agim, MDPediatric Dermatologist
Board Certification:
American Board of Dermatology -
Shauna Goldman, MD Pediatric DermatologistAssistant Professor at UT Southwestern Medical CenterRead Shauna Goldman's Full ProfileShauna Goldman, MDPediatric Dermatologist
Board Certification:
American Board of Dermatology -
Katherine Gordon, MD Pediatric DermatologistAssistant Professor at UT Southwestern Medical CenterRead Katherine Gordon's Full ProfileKatherine Gordon, MDPediatric Dermatologist
Board Certification:
American Board of Dermatology -
Faye Eifert, APRN, FNP Nurse Practitioner - DermatologyRead Faye Eifert's Full ProfileFaye Eifert, APRN, FNPNurse Practitioner - Dermatology
Board Certification:
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners