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May 17, 2026British Journal of Dermatology0 citations

Umbilical endometriosis

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ZAZunaid AhmedWVWillem Izak VisserKIKaashifah Ismail

Key Points

  • To emphasize the distinctive features of umbilical endometriosis and the importance of clinical history in diagnosis.
  • Descriptive analysis of a multilobulated hyperpigmented umbilical nodule presentation.
  • Clinical history evaluation to guide diagnosis.
  • Demonstrated cyclical bleeding associated with umbilical nodule.
  • Emphasized the mimicry of cutaneous endometriosis to malignancy, stressing the need for careful assessment.

Abstract

A multilobulated hyperpigmented umbilical nodule with cyclical bleeding is a striking but easily overlooked clue to cutaneous endometriosis. This image highlights a classic presentation that can mimic malignancy, emphasizing the importance of clinical history in guiding diagnosis.

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Ahmed et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a095c6d7880e6d24efe28b0https://doi.org/10.1093/bjd/ljag190
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