As displayed in this image, the small elevations of the skin of dermatosis papulosa nigra can sometimes develop thicker scaling. In dermatosis papulosa nigra, tiny to small, dark brown elevations of the skin are typically located on or around the cheeks. This image displays a close-up of typical brown elevations of the skin of dermatosis papulosa nigra. This image displays large, dark elevations of the skin due to dermatosis papulosa nigra. This image displays a severe case of dermatosis papulosa nigra on the face.
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Picture of Dermatosis Papulosa Nigra: As displayed in this image, the small elevations of the skin of dermatosis papulosa nigra can sometimes develop thicker scaling. Divider line
As displayed in this image, the small elevations of the skin of dermatosis papulosa nigra can sometimes develop thicker scaling.
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Self-Care Guidelines
No treatment is needed for dermatosis papulosa nigra lesions unless they are bothersome cosmetically.
When to Seek Medical Care
When removal of dermatosis papulosa nigra lesions is sought, care must be taken to be conservative to avoid scars and loss of pigment in the skin.

Treatment cost is usually not covered by insurance.
Last Modified: 29 Feb 2008

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