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cutaneous leiomyoma

(kyoo-TAY-nee-us LY-oh-my-OH-muh)
A benign tumor that arises from smooth muscle tissue in a hair follicle, forming a papule. Cutaneous leiomyomas (or leiomyomata) can be painful in the presence of cold or tactile stimuli.
Photograph of many small, red papules on an individual’s thigh.Enlarge this image in new window
Cutaneous leiomyomas are benign tumors that arise from smooth muscle tissue in a hair follicle, forming a papule. Here they are shown on the thigh.
Photograph of small, pink papules on an individual’s chest.Enlarge this image in new window
Cutaneous leiomyomas are benign tumors that arise from smooth muscle tissue in a hair follicle, forming a papule. Here they are shown on the chest.
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