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What is the definition of Acrogeria, Gottron Type?
Acrogeria, Gottron type is a premature aging syndrome which includes fragile, thin skin on the hands, feet and face and slow growth. Other symptoms include visible blood vessels, easy bruising, and hair and nail abnormalities. In general, the symptoms do not appear to get worse over time. Intelligence is normal. The cause is unknown, although several genes have been associated with it. Both autosomal recessive and autosomal dominant inheritance have been reported. Diagnosis is based on a clinical exam and the symptoms.
What are the alternative names for Acrogeria, Gottron Type?
  • Acrogeria, Gottron type
  • Acrogeria
  • Acrometageria
  • Familial acrogeria
  • Gottron syndrome
  • Metageria
Who are the top Acrogeria, Gottron Type Local Doctors?
Experienced in Acrogeria, Gottron Type
General Surgery
Experienced in Acrogeria, Gottron Type
General Surgery
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OSF Saint Katharine - Center For Health - General Surgery

1840 1st Avenue, 
Sterling, IL 
Languages Spoken:
English

Matthew Hefty is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Sterling, Illinois. Dr. Hefty is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acrogeria, Gottron Type. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Small Bowel Resection, and Colostomy. Dr. Hefty is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

Experienced in Acrogeria, Gottron Type
Plastic Surgery
Experienced in Acrogeria, Gottron Type
Plastic Surgery
Referral may be required

ETSU Physicians & Associates- Surgery

325 N State Of Franklin Rd, 
Johnson City, TN 
Languages Spoken:
English
Offers Telehealth

Daniel Haynes is a Plastic Surgeon practicing medicine in Johnson City, Tennessee. Dr. Haynes is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acrogeria, Gottron Type. His clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Generalized Lipodystrophy, Familial Partial Lipodystrophy, HER2 Negative Breast Cancer, and BRCA Positive Breast Cancer. Dr. Haynes is board certified in American Board Of Plastic Surgery.

 
 
 
 
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Experienced in Acrogeria, Gottron Type
Dermatology
Experienced in Acrogeria, Gottron Type
Dermatology
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Avera Dermatology — Pierre

801 E Sioux Ave, Floor 2, 
Pierre, SD 
Languages Spoken:
English

Dr. (Joyce) Wesley Fletcher is a dermatologist at Avera Medical Group in Pierre, located in the Helmsley Center at Avera St. Mary's Hospital. Dr. Fletcher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Acrogeria, Gottron Type. She is also highly rated in 35 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome, Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevus, Giant Congenital Nevus, and Neurocutaneous Melanosis.

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center