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Ulerythema ophryogenesis

Introduction

Overview

Overview

Synonyms and keywords:: Ulertthema ophryogenes

Ulerythema, also known as Ulerythema Ophryogenes is a rare[1] congenital disease characterised by the loss of the eyebrow hairs.[2] This may be followed by scaring, atrophy and alopecia.[3] The disease is also known to extends to the adjacent skin, scalp, and cheeks of the initial area characterized with the disease. Children and young males are predominantly involved.[2][3] Many cases occur sporadically and are presumed to be the result of an inborn defect. An autosomal dominant pattern of inheritance has also been suggested.[2] It has been suggested that individuals with the disease should avoid sun exposure without UV protection.[3] The disease is classified as a type of genodermatosis.[1]

Diagnosis

Diagnosis

Physical Examination

Skin

Face
Reference

Reference

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Template:RareDiseases
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 http://dermis.multimedica.de/dermisroot/en/34428/diagnose.htm
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 http://www.orpha.net/consor/cgi-bin/OC_Exp.php?Lng=GB&Expert=3406
  4. ↑ 4.00 4.01 4.02 4.03 4.04 4.05 4.06 4.07 4.08 4.09 4.10 4.11 4.12 4.13 4.14 4.15 4.16 4.17 4.18 “Dermatology Atlas”.

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Kiran Singh, M.D. [2]