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What is the definition of Proliferating Trichilemmal Cyst?

Proliferating trichilemmal tumor (PTT) is a benign tumor originating from the hair follicle. Although it is a benign tumor, PTT may be locally aggressive and in very rare cases the tumor may become malignant. In most cases there is only one lesion and occur in elderly women. The tumor is not painful but sometimes they may grow very large and pressure and damage the skin around it resulting in wounds and foul-smelling discharge. About 90% of the cases are on the scalp, but they have also been found on the forehead, nose, back, chest, abdomen, buttocks, elbow, wrist and genitalia.

What are the alternative names for Proliferating Trichilemmal Cyst?

Proliferating trichilemmal cyst
Proliferating pilar cyst

Who are the top Proliferating Trichilemmal Cyst Local Doctors?

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Dr. Christiane S. Querfeld

Dermatology

Experienced in Proliferating Trichilemmal Cyst

Dr. Christiane S. Querfeld

Dermatology

City Of Hope Medical Foundation

1601 Avocado Ave,

Newport Beach, CA

949-763-2204

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English

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Christiane Querfeld is a Dermatologist in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Querfeld is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proliferating Trichilemmal Cyst. Her top areas of expertise are Mycosis Fungoides, Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma (CTCL), T-Cell Lymphoma, and Sezary Syndrome.

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Dr. Nicholas J. Draeger

General Surgery

Experienced in Proliferating Trichilemmal Cyst

Dr. Nicholas J. Draeger

General Surgery

Aurora Surgery

3400 Union Ave 3rd Fl,

Sheboygan, WI

920-828-2700

Experience:

17+ years

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English

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Nicholas Draeger is a General Surgeon in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. Dr. Draeger has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proliferating Trichilemmal Cyst. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Esophagitis, Gastrectomy, and Hemorrhoidectomy.

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Dr. Mark R. Wendling

General Surgery

Experienced in Proliferating Trichilemmal Cyst

Dr. Mark R. Wendling

General Surgery

Aurora Surgery

6609 W Greenfield Ave,

West Allis, WI

414-257-8500

Experience:

17+ years

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English

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Mark Wendling is a General Surgeon in West Allis, Wisconsin. Dr. Wendling has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proliferating Trichilemmal Cyst. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, Hernia Surgery, and Endoscopy.