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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?
Experienced in Proliferating Trichilemmal Cyst
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
Languages Spoken:
English
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Nicholas Draeger is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Draeger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proliferating Trichilemmal Cyst. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Esophagitis, Gastrectomy, and Hemorrhoidectomy. Dr. Draeger is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Surgery, General Surgery.

Experienced in Proliferating Trichilemmal Cyst
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
Languages Spoken:
English
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Mark Wendling is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in West Allis, Wisconsin. Dr. Wendling is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proliferating Trichilemmal Cyst. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, Hernia Surgery, and Endoscopy. Dr. Wendling is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

 
 
 
 
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Experienced in Proliferating Trichilemmal Cyst
Dr. Carlos A. Floresguerra
General Surgery
Experienced in Proliferating Trichilemmal Cyst
Dr. Carlos A. Floresguerra
General Surgery

ETSU Physicians & Associates- Surgery

325 N State Of Franklin Rd, 
Johnson City, TN 
423-439-7201
Languages Spoken:
English
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. Dr. Floresguerra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Proliferating Trichilemmal Cyst. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Floresguerra is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

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