Question
This condition(as shown in image) is a slow growing tumour with the following pathology:
A. Hypertrophy of the sebaceous glands.
B. Hypertrophy of sweat glands.
C. Hyperplasia of endothelial cells.
D. Hyperplasia of epithelial cells.
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Correct Answer » A
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Ans : A. Hypertrophy of sebacceous glands.
This condition is Rhinophyma
Rhinophyma
- It is a slow-growing benign tumor which occurs due to hypertrophy of the sebaceous glands of the tip of the nose.
- Seen in long standing cases of acne rosacea.
- Mostly affects men past middle age.
- Presents as a pink, lobulated mass over the nose.
Treatment
- Paring down the bulk of the tumor with a sharp knife, or carbon dioxide laser or scalpel (dermabraions), and the area is allowed to re-epithelize.
- Sometimes tumor is completely excised and the raw area is covered with skin graft.
