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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
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Distinguished in Hypertrichosis Lanuginosa Congenita
Dermatology
Distinguished in Hypertrichosis Lanuginosa Congenita
Dermatology
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.

Advanced in Hypertrichosis Lanuginosa Congenita
Dermatology
Advanced in Hypertrichosis Lanuginosa Congenita
Dermatology
9933 Woods Dr, 
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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Advanced in Hypertrichosis Lanuginosa Congenita
Pediatrics | Dermatology
Advanced in Hypertrichosis Lanuginosa Congenita
Pediatrics | Dermatology
7500 Challis Rd, 
Brighton, MI 
Languages Spoken:
English

Dr. Jennifer Mancuso a board-certified dermatologist, and fellowship-trained pediatric dermatologist who provides medical dermatology diagnosis and treatment to patients of all ages. Dr. Mancuso sees patients in our medical dermatology outpatient clinics, including our pediatric dermatology clinic at C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital. In addition, Dr. Mancuso provides dermatology consultation within the Michigan Medicine hospitals and emergency department.Dr. Mancuso is a clinical assistant professor in the departments of dermatology and pediatrics. She received her medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, Michigan. Following graduation, Dr. Mancuso completed her transitional year internship and her dermatology residency at Henry Ford Hospital, where she served as Chief Resident in her final year. Dr. Mancuso joined the University of Michigan Department of Dermatology faculty in 2018 and subsequently completed a fellowship in pediatric dermatology at Rady Children’s Hospital in San Diego, California in 2020. Dr. Mancuso is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hypertrichosis Lanuginosa Congenita. She is also highly rated in 75 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses DRESS Syndrome, Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Keratosis Pilaris, and Vascular Birthmark.

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

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