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What is the definition of Epidermolytic Palmoplantar Keratoderma?
Epidermolytic palmoplantar keratoderma is rare, genetic disorder characterized by the development of diffuse, yellowish, and abnormally thickened skin with a sharp cutoff at a reddened border on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet. Epidermolytic palmoplantar keratoderma is categorized into three types: 1) diffuse, which develops at birth and covers the entire palm and sole; 2) focal, which has a late onset that develops in response to injury; and 3) punctate, which is characterized by tiny, hard rounded bumps on the palms and soles.
What are the symptoms of Epidermolytic Palmoplantar Keratoderma?
Symptoms of epidermolytic palmoplantar keratoderma include thick yellowish areas of waxy skin on the palms and soles and/or fingers and toes with a well-defined reddened border, painful fissures in the skin, and excessive sweating.
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What are the current treatments for Epidermolytic Palmoplantar Keratoderma?
Treatment for epidermolytic palmoplantar keratoderma involves the topical use of antifungal creams, such as clotrimazole and miconazole.
Who are the top Epidermolytic Palmoplantar Keratoderma Local Doctors?
Distinguished in Epidermolytic Palmoplantar Keratoderma
Dr. Keith A. Choate
Dermatology
Distinguished in Epidermolytic Palmoplantar Keratoderma
Dr. Keith A. Choate
Dermatology

Yale University

800 Howard Ave, 
New Haven, CT 
203-785-2140
Languages Spoken:
English
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Keith Choate is a Dermatologist in New Haven, Connecticut. Dr. Choate is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidermolytic Palmoplantar Keratoderma. His top areas of expertise are Nonbullous Congenital Ichthyosiform Erythroderma, Darier Disease, Congenital Hemidysplasia with Ichthyosiform Erythroderma and Limbs Defects, and Lamellar Ichthyosis.

Experienced in Epidermolytic Palmoplantar Keratoderma
Dr. Jana F. Parker
Dermatology
Experienced in Epidermolytic Palmoplantar Keratoderma
Dr. Jana F. Parker
Dermatology

Holladay Clinic - Dermatology

6272 South Highland Drive, Suite 202, 
Murray, UT 
801-871-6300
Experience:
23+ years
Languages Spoken:
English
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Jana Parker is a Dermatologist in Murray, Utah. Dr. Parker has been practicing medicine for over 23 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidermolytic Palmoplantar Keratoderma. Her top areas of expertise are Sunburn, Actinic Keratosis, Melanoma, and Universal Acquired Melanosis.

 
 
 
 
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Advanced in Epidermolytic Palmoplantar Keratoderma
Dr. Kord S. Honda
Dermatology
Advanced in Epidermolytic Palmoplantar Keratoderma
Dr. Kord S. Honda
Dermatology

University Hospitals Medical Group Inc

11100 Euclid Ave, 
Cleveland, OH 
Languages Spoken:
English
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Accepting New Patients

Kord Honda is a Dermatologist in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Honda is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Epidermolytic Palmoplantar Keratoderma. His top areas of expertise are Melanoma, Erythroderma, Acrogeria, Gottron Type, and Stiff Skin Syndrome. Dr. Honda is currently accepting new patients.

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What are the latest Epidermolytic Palmoplantar Keratoderma Clinical Trials?
A Multi-Centre Prospective Community-Based Observational Study on Prediction of Malignant Progression of Clinically Suspicious Oral Lesions with STRATICYTE
A Multi-Centre Prospective Community-Based Observational Study on Prediction of Malignant Progression of Clinically Suspicious Oral Lesions with STRATICYTE
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: November 07, 2024
Intervention Type: Procedure

Summary: The purpose of this observational study is to evaluate the utility of the S100A7 immunohistochemistry signature-based assessment - STRATICYTE - in determining the risk of progression to cancer of clinically suspicious oral lesions.

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