Please explain me about sebaceous nevi of scalp.

Question

Hi doctor,

I am 25 years old male. I went to a dermatologist, and he examined my condition. The doctor told me that I have sebaceous nevi of the scalp. But I am unable to agree with it. I have read that sebaceous nevi are hairless. Please suggest.

Answer 1

Hi,

I am glad you chose icliniq for your medical-related queries.

I understand your concern and will try to help you with it.

I have gone through the query and examined your given picture (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Please say whether you have this problem from birth. You are right, most of the sebaceous nevus are hairless. But nevus which reaches the hair-bearing areas of the scalp also extends to involve follicles. Technically, it is a hair follicle tumor, as sebaceous glands are present adjacent to hair follicles.

Thank you for consulting me.

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Answer 2

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

I read and understand your concern.

As it is present from birth, it is sebaceous nevus only. Itching occurs due to seborrhoeic dermatitis. You can use Salisia Kt 2 % shampoo (Ketoconazole).

Looking forward to your response in order to help you.

Thank you.