Fox-Fordyce Disease
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What is the definition of Fox-Fordyce Disease?
It is characterized by the development of intense itching in the underarm area, the pubic area, and around the nipple of the breast as a result of perspiration which becomes trapped in the sweat gland and surrounding areas. The cause is unknown, but heat, humidity, and stress may play a role.
What are the alternative names for Fox-Fordyce Disease?
  • Fox-Fordyce disease
  • Apocrine miliaria
  • Fox-Fordyce syndrome
  • Miliaria, apocrine
Who are the top Fox-Fordyce Disease Local Doctors?
Advanced in Fox-Fordyce Disease
Advanced in Fox-Fordyce Disease
Referral may be required

Brigham Dermatology Associates

850 Boylston Street, Suite 317 Mass General Brigham Healthcare Center, 
Chestnut Hill, MA 
Languages Spoken:
English

Catherine Yang is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Dr. Yang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fox-Fordyce Disease. She is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Fox-Fordyce Disease, Pemphigus Foliaceus, Junctional Epidermolysis Bullosa, and Pemphigus. Dr. Yang is board certified in Dermatology.

Advanced in Fox-Fordyce Disease
Advanced in Fox-Fordyce Disease
Referral may be required

Advanced Dermatology Center

1585 N Barrington Rd, 
Hoffman Estates, IL 
Languages Spoken:
English, Arabic, Syriac
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth

Belmina N. Michael, MD, is an independent dermatologist at Ascension Illinois in Hoffman Estates near Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Michael diagnoses and treats dermatologic conditions, including skin cancer. She listens to understand your symptoms and then works together with you to create a personalized care plan. Dr. Michael is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fox-Fordyce Disease. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Fox-Fordyce Disease, Marie Unna Congenital Hypotrichosis, Lichen Simplex Chronicus, and Neurocutaneous Melanosis. Dr. Michael is board certified in The American Board Of Dermatology - Dermatology. Dr. Michael is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Advanced in Fox-Fordyce Disease
Dermatology
Advanced in Fox-Fordyce Disease
Dermatology
Referral may be required
2051 Greenhouse Rd, Ste 270, 
Houston, TX 
Experience:
10+ years
Languages Spoken:
English

Jeremiah Au is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Au is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Fox-Fordyce Disease. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Fox-Fordyce Disease, Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp, Basal Cell Skin Cancer, and Cellulitis.

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