Erythrokeratodermia Variabilis

Overview

An autosomal dominant skin disease characterized by transient and variable noninflammatory ERYTHEMA and hyperkeratosis. It has been associated with mutations in the genes that code for CONNEXINS. Erythrokeratodermia variabilis inherited in an autosomal recessive fashion has also been reported. Affected individuals often develop PALMOPLANTAR KERATODERMA.

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Quick facts about Erythrokeratodermia Variabilis

Topic type

Condition

Category

Dermatology

MeSH classification

C16.320.850.337|C17.800.229.606|C17.800.428.304|C17.800.827.337

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