Peer Reviewed
Dermatology clinic

A macular, speckled and melanocytic lesion

Andrew Lee, Gayle Fischer
Abstract
Test your diagnostic skills in our regular dermatology quiz. What is the diagnosis of this large lesion on a teenager’s back?
Key Points
    Case presentation

    A 15-year-old boy presents with a large speckled lesion on his back (Figure). It was first noticed as an evenly coloured pale brown macule when he was about 3 years old and has since slowly acquired its speckled appearance. He is otherwise well.

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