Teratoma Cutaneous Type

Cutaneous teratoma can only be found in dermatology. This is a benign skin growth that has similar characteristics to fibroma, lipoma, neurofibroma or atheroma (but has nothing in common with a tumor). Often patients do not even suspect that they have such a formation, because it does not cause any pain. But if this neoplasm begins to grow, then it can put pressure on nearby structures and become inflamed, which will cause diseases.

A cutaneous teratoma is a benign tumor of the skin that is composed of various types of tissue, including epithelial, nerve, muscle, and fat. This rare condition affects the skin anywhere on the body, but is most often seen on the face or scalp. Dermoid is another term used to refer to this tumor.

Cutaneous type teratoma can vary in size, from small tumors to large tumors that may be so large that surgery is required. Symptoms of cutaneous teratoma depend on the size and location of the tumor on the skin. They most often occur in young people and may appear as a noticeable swelling, induration, or formation that begins to grow over time. Other symptoms may include pain in the affected area, redness, swelling or ulcers. In some cases, cutaneous teratoma may cause itching or pain when the affected area is touched.

The causes of cutaneous type teratoma are not fully understood. However, it is believed that the appearance of teratomas is associated with an imbalance of hormonal levels in the body, as well as hereditary factors. Also, there is a theory that teratoma