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Oral melanoma in a gravid, HIV-positive woman

Year: 2015

Type: article

Abstract: Oral melanoma accounts for approximately 1% of all melanomas.1 In contrast to cutaneous melanoma, the risk factors for development of oral melanoma are largely unknown. Immunosuppressive states, including HIV infection and iatrogenic immunosuppression, are associated with an increased risk of melanoma development.2 Pregnancy has not been found to impact melanoma progression or overall survival.3 We present a case of oral melanoma in a pregnant, HIV-positive woman to emphasize the need for prompt evaluation of evolving pigmented lesions during times of immunosuppression and physiologic change.

Source: JAAD Case Reports

DOI: 10.1016/j.jdcr.2015.02.011

Authors: Alexis B. Lyons, Mildred P. Warren, Cynthia Ferguson, Meena Katdare, Valerie M. Harvey

Institutions: Eastern Virginia Medical School, Hampton University

Language: English

Topic: HIV/AIDS oral health manifestations

Subfield: Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $750