Trichoepithelioma, also known as Balzer sebaceous adenoma, is a type of tumor, usually beningo, of the hair follicles of the skin that causes the appearance of small hard balls that can arise as a single lesion or multiple tumors.
Generally, trichoepithelioma is more frequent on the skin of the face, however, it can also appear on the scalp, neck and trunk of the individual, increasing in quantity throughout life.
The trichoepithelioma has no cure, but the lesions can be disguised with the use of laser surgery or dermo-coat. However, it is common for them to reappear over time, and it is necessary to repeat the treatment.
Photos of trichoepithelioma
Treatment for trichoepithelioma
The treatment for trichoepithelioma should be guided by a dermatologist, but usually it is done with laser surgery, dermo-abrasion or electrocoagulation to reduce the size of the balls and improve the appearance of the skin.
However, tumors may grow back, so it may be necessary to repeat the treatments regularly to remove the balls from the skin.
In cases where malignant trichoepithelioma is suspected, the physician may biopsy the tumors removed during surgery to evaluate the need for more aggressive treatment, such as radiation therapy.
