Pediatric Dermatology Glossary
100 terms total — 8 showing — Last updated 15 Sep 2026
linear epidermal nevus
A benign skin lesion characterized by warty, hyperpigmented papules arranged in linear streaks following developmental lines.
congenital melanocytic nevus
A pigmented birthmark present at birth, classified by size and carrying varying risks of malignant transformation.
linear epidermal nevus
A benign skin lesion characterized by warty, hyperpigmented papules arranged in linear streaks following developmental l...
melanocytic nevus
A benign proliferation of melanocytes appearing as a mole, which may be congenital or acquired during childhood.
Nevus sebaceus of Jadassohn
Congenital hairless, yellow-orange plaque typically on the scalp that may develop secondary neoplasms during adolescence...
Nevus simplex
A common vascular birthmark in neonates caused by capillary ectasia, typically appearing on the nape, glabella, or eyeli...
nevus spilus
A speckled lentiginous nevus consisting of a tan patch with darker brown or black spots scattered throughout.
sebaceous nevus
A congenital hamartoma of sebaceous glands typically appearing as a hairless, yellow-orange plaque on the scalp or face.
spitz nevus
A benign melanocytic lesion in children that may resemble melanoma histologically.