The term “syringoma” refers to a harmless sweat duct benign growth. Usually, these benign lesions are found in clusters on the eyelids; however, they can appear on different body sites, such as the upper chest, under the armpits, or elsewhere on the face. 

Syringoma looks like a yellowish or skin-coloured firm rounded bump. The diameter of each bump varies from one to three millimetres.

Syringomas typically appear during adolescent years and have a higher prevalence in women than in men. Usually, there is a family history of syringomas.

Eruptive syringomas usually arise in adult life in a cluster of lesions that affect the lower abdomen or chest.

Syringomas can often be confused with xanthelasma (deposits of cholesterol found on eyelids), basal cell skin cancer, or trichoepitheliomas.

skin biopsy may be performed to confirm the diagnosis. Under the microscope, syringoma appears as small ducts with comma-like tails, which looks very similar to having tadpoles in the skin.

Syringomas can be removed with laser or electrosurgery. Both of these procedures are immensely successful; however, small scars can remain visible. In cases of reoccurrence, these procedures can be repeated.  

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