Multiple Juvenile Xanthogranulomas

A 17-month-old boy presented with a one-year history of asymptomatic, multiple yellow-orange papules and nodules that hadgradually increased in number and size. Physical examination revealed numerous, discrete, yellowish-orange papules and nodules measuring 1-6 mm in diameter on the head, face (Figures 1 and 2), neck and upper back. He had no signs of extracutaneous involvement. Laboratory investigations, including complete blood count, serum lipid levels, renal panel and liver tests, were all within normal range.

source https://www.jpeds.com/article/S0022-3476(22)00717-X/fulltext?rss=yes

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