Scrotal hyperpigmentation

What it means

Increased pigmentation (skin color) of the scrotum.

This finding may be normal variation but can also be seen with congenital adrenal hyperplasia and other causes of excessive adrenocorticotrophic hormone (ACTH) stimulation.

Rare diseases that can present with this1

The range is how often this sign appears among people diagnosed with each disease — it is not a probability of having any of them. Many of these signs also occur in common, non-rare conditions. A sign on this page is a conversation to have with a clinician, not a conclusion.

Part of the broader category

Also called: Hyperpigmentation of the scrotum · Hyperpigmented scrotum · Increased pigmentation in scrotum