Incontinentia Pigmenti

Overview

A genodermatosis occurring mostly in females and characterized by skin changes in three phases - vesiculobullous, verrucous papillomatous, and macular melanodermic. Hyperpigmentation is bizarre and irregular. Sixty percent of patients have abnormalities of eyes, teeth, central nervous system, and skin appendages.

This information is general and should not be treated as medical advice. Always speak directly with a qualified healthcare professional before making decisions about treatment, diagnosis, procedures, medicines or care.

Quick facts about Incontinentia Pigmenti

Topic type

Condition

Category

Dermatology

MeSH classification

C16.131.077.445|C16.131.831.580|C16.320.850.420|C17.800.621.497|C17.800.804.580|C17.800.827.420

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