Symmetrical, papular, eruptive auricular collagenomas

J Am Acad Dermatol. 1998 Aug;39(2 Pt 2):363-4. doi: 10.1016/s0190-9622(98)70391-3.

Abstract

Collagenomas are connective tissue nevi of the skin consisting of excessive deposition of collagen in the dermis. We describe a patient with acquired eruptive collagenomas located on both ears. Histologically, thickening of the dermis, caused by collagen deposition was present.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Collagen Diseases / pathology*
  • Ear Neoplasms / pathology*
  • Hamartoma / pathology*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Nevus / pathology*
  • Skin / pathology
  • Skin Neoplasms / pathology*