Hypertrichosis Lanuginosa Congenita
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What is the definition of Hypertrichosis Lanuginosa Congenita?
Hypertrichosis lanuginosa congenita is a congenital (present from birth) skin disease characterized by excessive lanugo (very fine, soft, unpigmented) hair covering the entire body, with the exception of the palms, soles, and mucous membranes. The hair can grow to be 3 to 5 cm in length. This condition appears to follow an autosomal dominant pattern of inheritance.
What are the alternative names for Hypertrichosis Lanuginosa Congenita?
  • Hypertrichosis lanuginosa congenita
  • CHL
  • Congenital hypertrichosis lanuginosa
  • Hypertrichosis lanuginosa universalis
  • Hypertrichosis universalis
Who are the top Hypertrichosis Lanuginosa Congenita Local Doctors?
Distinguished in Hypertrichosis Lanuginosa Congenita
Dermatology
Distinguished in Hypertrichosis Lanuginosa Congenita
Dermatology

Braddock Finnegan Helget Dermatology PC

7911 W Center Rd, 
Omaha, NE 
Languages Spoken:
English

Mary Finnegan is a Dermatologist in Omaha, Nebraska. Dr. Finnegan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertrichosis Lanuginosa Congenita. Her top areas of expertise are Actinic Keratosis, Seborrheic Keratosis, Warts, and Kaposiform Hemangioendothelioma.

Joel Joyce
Advanced in Hypertrichosis Lanuginosa Congenita
Dermatology | Pediatrics | Medical Genetics
Advanced in Hypertrichosis Lanuginosa Congenita
Dermatology | Pediatrics | Medical Genetics

Endeavor Health Medical Group

9933 Woods Dr., Suite 200, 
Skokie, IL 
Languages Spoken:
English

Joel Joyce, MD, a pediatric dermatologist at Endeavor Health, cares for children from newborns to adolescents with a wide range of skin, hair and nail conditions. He combines a family-centered approach with evidence-based care, encouraging collaboration with parents and children. Dr. Joyce is also active in clinical research to improve dermatologic treatment options for young patients. Dr. Joyce is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertrichosis Lanuginosa Congenita. His top areas of expertise are Molluscum Contagiosum, Comedones, Familial Multiple Nevi Flammei, and Linear Hamartoma Syndrome.

 
 
 
 
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Michael Paltiel
Advanced in Hypertrichosis Lanuginosa Congenita
Advanced in Hypertrichosis Lanuginosa Congenita

Office

6405 Yellowstone Blvd, 
Forest Hills, NY 
Languages Spoken:
English

Michael Paltiel is a Dermatologist in Forest Hills, New York. Dr. Paltiel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertrichosis Lanuginosa Congenita. His top areas of expertise are Jock Itch, Pompholyx Eczema, GAPO Syndrome, and Genital Warts.

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

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