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Lamellar ichthyosis
Definition
Lamellar ichthyosis is a rare skin condition that affects newborns.
Causes
Lamellar ichthyosis is passed down through families (inherited).
Symptoms
The baby's skin appears scaly, and layers of skin fall off (are shed).
Treatment
Moisturizers containing urea and ammonium lactate may help. Also, retinoid medications such as tazarotene may be used on the skin (topically).
Review Date:
10/11/2008
Reviewed By: Kevin Berman, MD, PhD, Atlanta Center for Dermatologic Disease, Atlanta, GA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
Reviewed By: Kevin Berman, MD, PhD, Atlanta Center for Dermatologic Disease, Atlanta, GA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
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