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Lamellar ichthyosis

Ichthyosis, acquired - legs
Ichthyosis, acquired - legs

Definition

  

Lamellar ichthyosis is a rare skin condition passed down through families (inherited), which affects a newborn. The baby's skin appears scaly, and layers of skin are shed (fall off).


Causes, incidence, and risk factors

  


Symptoms

  


Signs and tests

  


Treatment

  


Support Groups

  


Expectations (prognosis)

  


Complications

  


Calling your health care provider

  


Prevention

  


 
Review Date: 10/16/2006
Reviewd By: Michael S. Lehrer, M.D., Department of Dermatology, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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