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?
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Distinguished in Hypertrichosis Lanuginosa Congenita
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Braddock Finnegan Dermatology PC

7911 W Center Rd, 
Omaha, NE 
Experience:
26+ years
Languages Spoken:
English

Mary Finnegan is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Omaha, Nebraska. She has been practicing medicine for over 26 years. Dr. Finnegan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertrichosis Lanuginosa Congenita. She is also highly rated in 68 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Actinic Keratosis, Seborrheic Keratosis, Warts, and Kaposiform Hemangioendothelioma.

Distinguished in Hypertrichosis Lanuginosa Congenita
Distinguished in Hypertrichosis Lanuginosa Congenita
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Office

820 S Wood St Ste 100MC, 
Chicago, IL 
Languages Spoken:
English

Lacey Zimmerman is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Zimmerman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertrichosis Lanuginosa Congenita. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypertrichosis Lanuginosa Congenita, Ambras Syndrome, Hirsutism in Women, and Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp.

 
 
 
 
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Advanced in Hypertrichosis Lanuginosa Congenita
Dermatology | Pediatrics | Medical Genetics
Advanced in Hypertrichosis Lanuginosa Congenita
Dermatology | Pediatrics | Medical Genetics
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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. He is also highly rated in 41 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Molluscum Contagiosum, Comedones, Stork Bite, and Linear Hamartoma Syndrome. Dr. Joyce is board certified in American Board Of Dermatology.

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

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