Clin Exp Dermatol. 2002 Jan;27(1):27-8.

Becker's naevus of the thigh with lipoatrophy: report of two cases.

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Department of Dermatology, Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle, UK.

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Although Becker's naevus is most common in males, cases with associated lipoatrophy are more frequently reported in women. Two women are described in whom Becker's naevus of the thigh was associated with localized lipoatrophy. Neither had any bony abnormality or functional deficit.

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