What is dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans?

Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans is an uncommon tumor that arises in the skin. The tumor is firm and often flesh-colored although it can be reddish, bluish, or purplish. The tumor is often found on the chest or shoulders, but it can be found on other parts of the body.

How do members experience dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans?

Top 5 symptoms reported by people with dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans*

*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.

Top treatments taken by people for dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans*

Who has dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans on PatientsLikeMe?

Age

Age Proportion # of patients
<20 0
20s 2
30s 3
40s 6
50s 2
60s 3
70+ 1

Distribution of sex

Sex

Sex Proportion # of patients
Male 4
Female 12