Acral Lentiginous Melanoma in a 56 year old female

Abstract

1 Dermatologist, Civil Hospital Kangra, H.P. 2 Dermatologist, Civil Hospital Kangra 3 Assistant Professor, Department of Dermatology, IGMC, Shimla *Corresponding Author Dr Reena K Sharma Dermatologist, Civil Hospital Kangra, HP, India Abstract Acral lentiginous melanoma present as darkly pigmented lesions over palms, soles and the nail. In Indian subcontinent, melanoma is rare as compared to western world due to skin type and topographical differences. The detailed clinical and histopathological examination helps to make early diagnosis and the timely interventions can be done. We hereby describe a case of 56 year old female diagnosed as ALM after a thorough workup.