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What is the definition of Gardner-Diamond Syndrome?
Gardner-Diamond syndrome (GDS) is a rare condition characterized by episodes of unexplained, painful bruising that mostly occurs on the arms, legs, and/or face. It is most common in Caucasian women who have mental illness or emotional stress. Symptoms typically include the formation of multiple, small, purple bruises that may be associated with burning, redness and swelling. Most affected people report that the bruising occurs either spontaneously, or some time after trauma or surgery at other sites of the body. The cause of GDS is poorly understood.
What are the alternative names for Gardner-Diamond Syndrome?
  • Gardner-Diamond syndrome
  • Autoerythrocyte sensitization
  • Autoerythrocyte sensitization purpura
  • Autoerythrocyte sensitization syndrome
  • GDS
  • Painful bruising syndrome
  • Psychogenic purpura
Who are the top Gardner-Diamond Syndrome Local Doctors?
Dr. Kathryn Schwarzenberger
Dermatology
Dr. Kathryn Schwarzenberger
Dermatology
3303 Sw Bond Ave, 
Portland, OR 
 4.8 mi
Accepting New Patients
Languages Spoken English

Kathryn Schwarzenberger is a Dermatologist in Portland, Oregon. Dr. Schwarzenberger and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gardner-Diamond Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Contact Dermatitis, Actinic Keratosis, Goodpasture Syndrome, and Hypersensitivity Vasculitis. Dr. Schwarzenberger is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Jesse J. Keller
Dermatology
Dr. Jesse J. Keller
Dermatology

University Professional Services

3181 Sw Sam Jackson Park Rd, 
Portland, OR 
 4.9 mi
Accepting New Patients
Languages Spoken English

Jesse Keller is a Dermatologist in Portland, Oregon. Dr. Keller and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gardner-Diamond Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are DRESS Syndrome, Prurigo Nodularis, Acute Febrile Neutrophilic Dermatosis, and Pyoderma Gangrenosum. Dr. Keller is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Dr. Teri S. Greiling
Dermatology
Dr. Teri S. Greiling
Dermatology

University Professional Services

3181 Sw Sam Jackson Park Rd, 
Portland, OR 
 4.9 mi
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Languages Spoken English

Teri Greiling is a Dermatologist in Portland, Oregon. Dr. Greiling and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gardner-Diamond Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Pityriasis Rubra Pilaris, Palmoplantar Keratoderma, Acrokeratoelastoidosis of Costa, and Pyoderma Gangrenosum. Dr. Greiling is currently accepting new patients.

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