GeneralCASE REPORT

An unusual chest lesion with dual pathologies

Jessica Colon, BS; Jay Nguyen, DO; Samuel Stahly, DO; Gulsun Erdag, MD; and Rajiv Nathoo, MD
Notes and Affiliations
Notes and Affiliations

Received: October 3, 2024

Accepted: June 20, 2025

Published: August 4, 2025

  • Jessica Colon, BS, 

    Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA

  • Jay Nguyen, DO, 

    Department of Dermatology, Kansas City University-GME Consortium/Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery, Maitland, FL, USA

  • Samuel Stahly, DO, 

    Department of Dermatology, Kansas City University-GME Consortium/Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery, Maitland, FL, USA

  • Gulsun Erdag, MD, 

    Orlando VA Medical Center, Lake Nona, FL, USA

  • Rajiv Nathoo, MD, 

    Sun State Dermatology, Maitland, FL, USA

Abstract

Granuloma faciale (GF) is a rare, benign, chronic inflammatory condition characterized by well-defined reddish-brown papules, nodules, or plaques, often demonstrating follicular accentuation and telangiectasia, which may be termed “peau d’orange.” Typically, GF is localized to the facial area, but extrafacial variants have been reported, particularly on the trunk, scalp, and extremities. We report a 66-year-old male with a history of GF and multiple basal cell carcinomas (BCCs) who presented with a pearly plaque on the chest. Biopsy revealed extrafacial GF with a coincidental BCC, representing a rare case of a collision tumor. GF, typically a facial condition, can present in extrafacial locations, complicating the diagnosis. This case emphasizes the importance of thorough histopathological evaluation to identify concurrent pathologies in atypical skin lesions.

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