Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia
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What is the definition of Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia?

Hereditary mucoepithelial dysplasia (HMD) is a condition that affects the skin, hair, mucosa (areas of the body that are lined with mucus), gums (gingiva), eyes, nose and lungs. Symptoms begin in infancy and vary in severity from person to person. The most common symptoms of this condition include hair loss (alopecia), patchy red skin around the perineum (the area between the anus and external genitalia); and red gums. Small, skin-colored bumps (keratosis pilaris) and early development of cloudy lens (cataracts) are also common. Other symptoms may include eye disease that gets worse over time, lung disease and a rough, red tongue. Intelligence is normal. The exact cause of HMD is still unknown, but it is thought to be an abnormality in desmosomes and gap junctions, which are cell structures involved in cell-to-cell contact. HMD appears to be inherited in an autosomal dominant pattern, but has occurred in individuals with no family history of the condition. The diagnosis of HMD is based on the symptoms and other skin and eye disorders need to be excluded.

What are the alternative names for Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia?

Hereditary mucoepithelial dysplasia
Mucoepithelial dysplasia, hereditary
Urban-Schosser-Spohn syndrome

Who are the top Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia Local Doctors?

Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia

Dr. Matthew T. Hefty

General Surgery

Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia

Dr. Matthew T. Hefty

General Surgery

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OSF Saint Katharine - Center For Health - General Surgery

1840 1st Avenue,

Sterling, IL

779-251-6110

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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 Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia. 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 Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia

Dr. J W. Fletcher

Dermatology

Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia

Dr. J W. Fletcher

Dermatology

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Avera Dermatology — Pierre

801 E Sioux Ave, Floor 2,

Pierre, SD

605-945-5217

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English

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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 Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia. 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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Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia

Dr. Barbara C. Brazis

General Surgery

Experienced in Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia

Dr. Barbara C. Brazis

General Surgery

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St. Peter's General Surgery - Suite 308

319 S Manning Blvd, Ste 308,

Albany, NY

518-346-1934

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35+ years

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English

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Barbara Brazis is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Albany, New York. She has been practicing medicine for over 35 years. Dr. Brazis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hereditary Mucoepithelial Dysplasia. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Umbilical Hernia, Breast Cancer, Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy. Dr. Brazis is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General. Dr. Brazis is currently accepting new patients.