Atrophoderma vermiculata
Synonyms: Folliculitis ulerythematosa reticulate
A rare genetic skin disease characterized by childhood onset of follicular keratotic papules slowly progressing to characteristic ”honeycomb” atrophy on the cheeks preauricular area and forehead. Less frequently the condition may affect also the upper lip ears or limbs. Additional features include facial erythema milia and follicular plugs.
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Orphadata: Free access data from Orphanet. © INSERM 1999. Available on http://www.orphadata.org. Data version May 2024
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Atrophoderma vermiculata?
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