Autosomal dominant epidermolytic ichthyosis
Synonyms: BCIE | Bullous congenital ichthyosiform erythroderma | Bullous congenital ichthyosiform erythroderma of Brock | Bullous ichthyosis | EHK | EI | Epidermolytic hyperkeratosis | Ichthyosis hystrix Brocq type
A rare keratinopathic ichthyosis (KPI) characterized by a blistering phenotype at birth which progressively becomes hyperkeratotic.
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Autosomal dominant epidermolytic ichthyosis?
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Advocacy Organizations
Center For Ichthyosis RElated Members Foundation India
Mission Statement To preserve and protect the health of and to relieve persons affected by ichthyosis and any associated condition. To enabled the basic knowledge of medical professionals and the general public on the subject of ichthyosis and its implications for the family. To promote research into the management of ichthyosis and to publish the useful results , and support patients.
Syndromes Without A Name (SWAN) Australia
Provide information, support and advocacy to families caring for a child with an undiagnosed or rare genetic condition.
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