Differentiating Non-Pigmented Tumors In The Lower Extremity
Start Page: 40 Tracey C. Vlahovic, DPM  Given the high stakes in
diagnosing potentially dangerous lower extremity tumors, having
a clear idea of the clinical presentation is vital. This author
uses several case studies to demonstrate the effective diagnosis
and treatment of non-pigmented tumors.     Flesh colored lesions
anywhere on the body can pose a diagnostic challenge. They
typically are the “zebras” in a field of horses. In other words,
they are uncommon but one should think of them on a regular
basis when a lesion presents as unusual or not responding to
common therapies.     On the lower extremity, a delay in
diagnosis for a lesion such as amelanotic melanoma can be
devastating for both the patient and practitioner. This article
will address both benign and malignant non-pigmented tumors of
the lower extremity.  What You Should Know About Dermatofibromas
   Dermatofibromas, which most commonly occur on the lower
extremities, are flesh-color