Hyperkeratosis of the nipple and areola is an uncommon, benign skin condition characterized by a warty thickening and pigmentation of the nipple, areola, or both. This activity describes the pathophysiology and presentation of nipple hyperkeratosis and its treatment. Hyperkeratosis of the nipple and areola does not resolve without treatment and tends to persist indefinitely. Various medical or surgical treatments may be indicated for this condition. Keratolytic topicals (salicylic acid, lactic acid) are first-line treatments. Nevertheless, they are rarely sufficient. Topical corticosteroids and retinoids have almost no effect, even if they may relieve pruritus. Systemic retinoids (etretinate, acitretin) were inefficient when used. Physical destructive treatments, such as cryotherapy with liquid nitrogen and carbon dioxide laser, give more satisfactory results. This activity reviews the etiology, presentation, evaluation, and management of hyperkeratosis of the nipple and areola. It reviews the role of the interprofessional team in evaluating, diagnosing, and managing the condition.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/23186
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.0 hours
Nursing: 1.0 hours
Pharmacy: 1.0 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABPATH - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABIM - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Medical Knowledge (ABIM)
ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABP - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment (ABP) - Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: Variable
- Measured Outcome: Learner Knowledge, Learner/Team Competence
- Provider Ship: Directly Provided
- Registration: Open to all
- Specialty: Complex General Surgical Oncology, Dermatopathology, General Pediatrics, General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology, Pediatric Hematology-Oncology