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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Cutaneous endometriosis | |||
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| field = [[Dermatology]], [[Gynecology]] | |||
| symptoms = Painful [[nodule]]s on the skin, often near surgical scars | |||
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| causes = [[Endometrial tissue]] outside the [[uterus]] | |||
| risks = Previous [[abdominal surgery]], especially [[cesarean section]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[Ultrasound]], [[Biopsy]] | |||
| differential = [[Hernia]], [[Hematoma]], [[Lipoma]], [[Abscess]] | |||
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| treatment = [[Surgical excision]], [[Hormonal therapy]] | |||
| medication = [[Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs]] (NSAIDs), [[Oral contraceptives]] | |||
| prognosis = Generally good with treatment | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
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'''Cutaneous endometriosis''' is a rare medical condition where [[endometrial tissue]], which normally lines the uterus, is found in the skin. This condition is a form of [[endometriosis]], a more general term for the presence of endometrial tissue outside the uterus. | '''Cutaneous endometriosis''' is a rare medical condition where [[endometrial tissue]], which normally lines the uterus, is found in the skin. This condition is a form of [[endometriosis]], a more general term for the presence of endometrial tissue outside the uterus. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of cutaneous endometriosis can vary, but often include: | The symptoms of cutaneous endometriosis can vary, but often include: | ||
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* Cyclical changes in the nodules, such as swelling or bleeding during the menstrual cycle | * Cyclical changes in the nodules, such as swelling or bleeding during the menstrual cycle | ||
* Discomfort or pain during sexual intercourse or physical activity | * Discomfort or pain during sexual intercourse or physical activity | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The exact cause of cutaneous endometriosis is unknown, but several theories have been proposed. These include: | The exact cause of cutaneous endometriosis is unknown, but several theories have been proposed. These include: | ||
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* [[Surgical transplantation]], where endometrial cells are unintentionally moved to the skin during surgery | * [[Surgical transplantation]], where endometrial cells are unintentionally moved to the skin during surgery | ||
* [[Lymphatic or vascular dissemination]], where endometrial cells travel through the blood or lymphatic system to the skin | * [[Lymphatic or vascular dissemination]], where endometrial cells travel through the blood or lymphatic system to the skin | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of cutaneous endometriosis is often made through a combination of physical examination, patient history, and biopsy of the affected skin. Imaging tests such as ultrasound or MRI may also be used. | Diagnosis of cutaneous endometriosis is often made through a combination of physical examination, patient history, and biopsy of the affected skin. Imaging tests such as ultrasound or MRI may also be used. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment options for cutaneous endometriosis include: | Treatment options for cutaneous endometriosis include: | ||
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* [[Pain management]], to help control symptoms | * [[Pain management]], to help control symptoms | ||
* [[Surgery]], to remove the endometrial tissue from the skin | * [[Surgery]], to remove the endometrial tissue from the skin | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Endometriosis]] | * [[Endometriosis]] | ||
* [[Metaplasia]] | * [[Metaplasia]] | ||
* [[Hormone therapy]] | * [[Hormone therapy]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Gynecological conditions]] | [[Category:Gynecological conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Endometriosis]] | [[Category:Endometriosis]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 04:44, 4 April 2025
| Cutaneous endometriosis | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Painful nodules on the skin, often near surgical scars |
| Complications | |
| Onset | |
| Duration | |
| Types | |
| Causes | Endometrial tissue outside the uterus |
| Risks | Previous abdominal surgery, especially cesarean section |
| Diagnosis | Physical examination, Ultrasound, Biopsy |
| Differential diagnosis | Hernia, Hematoma, Lipoma, Abscess |
| Prevention | |
| Treatment | Surgical excision, Hormonal therapy |
| Medication | Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), Oral contraceptives |
| Prognosis | Generally good with treatment |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | |
Cutaneous endometriosis is a rare medical condition where endometrial tissue, which normally lines the uterus, is found in the skin. This condition is a form of endometriosis, a more general term for the presence of endometrial tissue outside the uterus.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of cutaneous endometriosis can vary, but often include:
- Painful, tender nodules in the skin
- Cyclical changes in the nodules, such as swelling or bleeding during the menstrual cycle
- Discomfort or pain during sexual intercourse or physical activity
Causes[edit]
The exact cause of cutaneous endometriosis is unknown, but several theories have been proposed. These include:
- Metaplasia, a process where one type of cell changes into another type
- Surgical transplantation, where endometrial cells are unintentionally moved to the skin during surgery
- Lymphatic or vascular dissemination, where endometrial cells travel through the blood or lymphatic system to the skin
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of cutaneous endometriosis is often made through a combination of physical examination, patient history, and biopsy of the affected skin. Imaging tests such as ultrasound or MRI may also be used.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment options for cutaneous endometriosis include:
- Hormone therapy, to reduce the growth of endometrial tissue
- Pain management, to help control symptoms
- Surgery, to remove the endometrial tissue from the skin
See also[edit]
References[edit]
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