Overview
What is a pediatric pilomatrixoma?
A pilomatrixoma is a benign (non-cancerous) swelling of the hair follicle. They usually present as a hard lump just beneath the skin. The majority of these masses are located on the head or neck.
Signs and Symptoms
What are the signs and symptoms of a pediatric pilomatrixoma?
These small tumors usually do not cause symptoms but can become tender or painful when they are infected.
Treatment
How is a pediatric pilomatrixoma treated?
Even though these tumors are benign, they will not go away on their own and surgical resection is recommended.
Doctors and Providers
Adam Craig AlderPediatric Surgeon
Natasha Marie CorbittPediatric Surgeon
Diana Leigh DiesenPediatric Surgeon
Barbara Anne GainesPediatric Surgeon
Lauren Ann GilloryPediatric Surgeon
Russell HawkinsPediatric Surgeon
Charles Robert HongPediatric Surgeon
Stephen Mark MegisonPediatric Surgeon
Carrie Colleen Buchanan MoorePediatric Surgeon
Joseph Thomas MurphyPediatric Surgeon
Samir R PandyaPediatric Surgeon
Laura Nanka PurcellPediatric Surgeon
Faisal Ghulam QureshiPediatric Surgeon