Idiopathic scrotal calcinosis is a cutaneous condition characterized by calcification of the skin resulting from the deposition of calcium and phosphorus occurring on the scrotum. (wikipedia.org)
In secondary scrotal calcinosis, the causes are identified as calcification of epidermal cysts, calcific degeneration of the dartos muscle, and dystrophic calcification of subcutaneous soft tissue secondary to chronic inflammation or infection. (patientcareonline.com)
They examined 14 cases and concluded that scrotal calcinosis results from calcification of hair follicles and epidermal cysts. (patientcareonline.com)
Shah V, Shet T. Scrotal calcinosis results from calcification of cysts derived from hair follicles: a series of 20 cases evaluating the spectrum of changes resulting in scrotal calcinosis. (patientcareonline.com)
Some believe that calcinosis seen in this lesion is not idiopathic calcification, but rather dystrophic calcification, perhaps related to an epidermal cyst that preceded the lesion. (utoronto.ca)
Calcification of idiopathic calcinosis is usually localized to a specific area such as the genital area or chest [ 1 , 2 ]. (biomedres.info)
Scrotal calcinosis is a rare disorder characterized by multiple papules or nodules of calcification in the scrotal skin. (bvsalud.org)
Scrotal calcification in a symptomatic paediatric population: Prevalence, location, and appearance in a cohort of 516 patients // Clin. (radp.ru)
Idiopathic Scrotal Calcinosis7
Idiopathic scrotal calcinosis typically affects young males, with an onset between adolescence and early adulthood. (wikipedia.org)
Idiopathic scrotal calcinosis is a rare, benign entity seen in the scrotum, comprised of calcified nodules, and some areas show foreign body-type granulomatous reaction. (utoronto.ca)
Idiopathic scrotal calcinosis is a rare benign disease which presents with multiple asymptomatic various sized nodules on the scrotal skin wall. (biomedres.info)
Idiopathic scrotal calcinosis is the most common type which was first reported by Lewiuski [ 3 ]. (biomedres.info)
Idiopathic scrotal calcinosis usually occurs in males between 20 to 40 years of age. (biomedres.info)
Idiopathic scrotal calcinosis is a rare metabolic disorder and commonly presents as a solitary skin lesion. (biomedres.info)
Benign condition Slow progression throughout life Lesions remain discrete and do not become confluent Incidence: uncommon Age: children and young adults Scrotal calcinosis was first described in 1883 by Lewinski. (wikipedia.org)
Reassure the patient that the condition is benign and is not associated with scrotal cancer. (patientcareonline.com)
Nodules4
The scrotal calcinosis appears, without any symptoms, as yellowish nodules that range in size from 1 mm to several centimeters. (wikipedia.org)
Single or multiple hard, marble-like nodules of varying size affecting scrotal skin. (wikipedia.org)
Surgery should include the removal of even small nodules, to prevent the recurrence of the scrotal calcinosis. (wikipedia.org)
We describe the case of a 28-year-old patient with a history of severe acne treated with oral isotretinoin that presented for scrotal nodules. (bvsalud.org)
Surgical excision of the lesions helps confirm the diagnosis of scrotal calcinosis and is the mainstay of treatment for cosmesis. (patientcareonline.com)
Because the patient refused surgery, a biopsy of the lesion confirmed the diagnosis of scrotal calcinosis. (bvsalud.org)
Dystrophic1
Calcinosis cutis is a group of idiopathic skin calcifications that are classified into four major types according to aetiology: idiopathic, metastatic, iatrogenic, or injury and dystrophic calcinosis. (biomedres.info)
Cutis1
Calcinosis cutis Skin lesion List of cutaneous conditions Rapini, Ronald P. (wikipedia.org)
Excision1
Excision followed by scrotal reconstruction is the treatment of choice. (bvsalud.org)
Cysts1
The controversy is currently focused on whether the occurrence of calcinosis is idiopathic or secondary to dermoid cysts or sweat gland cysts [ 4 ]. (biomedres.info)
Patients usually seek medical attention because of itching in the scrotal area or for cosmetic reasons. (patientcareonline.com)
Clinical1
Scrotal calculi in clinical practice and their role in scrotal pain: A prospective study // J. Clin. (radp.ru)
Skin1
Histological presentations of skincalcinosis in various locations were substantially similar, showing calcium deposits of varying sizes that stained dark blue with Hematoxylin and Eosin (HE) staining and black with von Kossa staining ( Figure 1D ). (biomedres.info)
Scrotum2
A scrotal mass is an abnormality that appears on the scrotum (the bag of skin that hangs behind the penis). (bensnaturalhealth.com)
The scrotal lump can cause some level of pain and feels like an unnatural firm bump under the scrotum skin. (bensnaturalhealth.com)
Symptoms2
The scrotal calcinosis appears, without any symptoms, as yellowish nodules that range in size from 1 mm to several centimeters. (wikipedia.org)
The symptoms of a scrotal mass depend on the type of problem you have. (bensnaturalhealth.com)