Bathing Trunk Nevus
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The giant congenital melanocytic nevus, colloquially described as a "bathing trunk" nevus because of its distribution over the trunk and pelvis, is a pigmented patch present from birth that covers a large area of the skin.
Common features: a dark-colored lesion with defined borders that may be raised, hairy, or have an irregular texture, and that grows in proportion to the body's development.
Why keep an eye on it? Because of its size, periodic monitoring is advisable to watch for changes in color, shape, or surface, caring for both skin health and the person's well-being.
Which specialist evaluates it? The dermatologist is the one who examines pigmented lesions, defines the monitoring plan, and answers questions. A professional evaluation makes it possible to follow the case in an organized way.
Data on 41 doctors who treat bathing trunk nevus
Which specialist treats bathing trunk nevus?
Bathing Trunk Nevus is usually treated by specialists in dermatologist, general practitioner, pediatric dermatologist, aesthetic physician, ophthalmologist, pediatrician.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in bathing trunk nevus
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Alisi Lucila López Marquez
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Arturo Ariph Ibarra Sánchez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Beatriz Ortiz Figueroa
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Deyanira Munguia Moreno
Frequently asked questions
What is bathing trunk nevus?
The giant congenital melanocytic nevus, colloquially described as a "bathing trunk" nevus because of its distribution over the trunk and pelvis, is a pigmented patch present from birth that covers a large area of the skin.
Which doctor treats bathing trunk nevus?
Bathing Trunk Nevus is usually treated by specialists in dermatologist, general practitioner, pediatric dermatologist, aesthetic physician, ophthalmologist, pediatrician.