Congenital Nevi: eMedicine Dermatology

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Congenital Nevi: eMedicine Dermatology

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Overview: Congenital nevi are present at birth and result from a proliferation of benign melanocytes in the dermis, epidermis, or both. Occasionally, nevi that are not present at birth but are histologically identical to congenital nevi may ...

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Most Recently Shared on April 21, 2010 at 3:38 am By:

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A congenital nevi is moles that are present at or develops shortly after birth. http://bit.ly/dC8Ed5

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Melanocytic Nevi - Congenital Nevi - Skin Conditions Explained - Anthony J. Perri, M.D.

perridermatology.com — “Melanocytic Nevi - Congenital Nevi - Skin Conditions Explained - Anthony J. Perri, M.D.View full resource at perridermatology.com

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Most Recently Shared on September 6, 2011 at 1:20 pm By:

PerriDerm Anthony Perri Doctor, Dermatologist, and Physician

Congenital Nevi are melanocytic nevi that are present at birth, thus many patients refer to them as "birthmarks." http://ht.ly/6m1a7

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Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevi May Signal Melanoma in Kids : Skin & Allergy News

skinandallergynews.com — “Skin & Allergy News Digital Network is the online destination and multimedia properties of Skin & Allergy News, the independent news publication for the dermatology community. Our breaking news covers all areas of medical dermatology, dermatologic surgery, and aesthetic dermatology. We also provide the news by specialty interest: acne and rosacea, atopic dermatitis and eczema, cutaneous oncology, hair and nails, infectious diseases, pediatric dermatology, psoriasis and rheumatologic disorders, sView full resource at skinandallergynews.com

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"The child who is born with multiple small congenital nevi [a birthmark or mole]... has a risk factor": http://bit.ly/oEVzjX

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Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevi May Signal Melanoma in Kids : Skin & Allergy News

skinandallergynews.com — “Skin & Allergy News Digital Network is the online destination and multimedia properties of Skin & Allergy News, the independent news publication for the dermatology community. Our breaking news covers all areas of medical dermatology, dermatologic surgery, and aesthetic dermatology. We also provide the news by specialty interest: acne and rosacea, atopic dermatitis and eczema, cutaneous oncology, hair and nails, infectious diseases, pediatric dermatology, psoriasis and rheumatologic disorders, sView full resource at skinandallergynews.com

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Giant congenital melanocytic nevi in kids assoc w increased melanoma risk. Condition is rare: 1 in 100,000 births http://bit.ly/q6OeE5

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Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevi May Signal Melanoma in Kids : Skin & Allergy News

skinandallergynews.com — “Skin & Allergy News Digital Network is the online destination and multimedia properties of Skin & Allergy News, the independent news publication for the dermatology community. Our breaking news covers all areas of medical dermatology, dermatologic surgery, and aesthetic dermatology. We also provide the news by specialty interest: acne and rosacea, atopic dermatitis and eczema, cutaneous oncology, hair and nails, infectious diseases, pediatric dermatology, psoriasis and rheumatologic disorders, sView full resource at skinandallergynews.com

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Giant Congenital Melanocytic Nevi May Signal Melanoma in Kids http://tinyurl.com/3pgs9kx

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Congenital Self-Healing Reticulohistiocytosis: eMedicine Dermatology

emedicine.medscape.com — “Overview: INTRODUCTION Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH), once described as histiocytosis X, is a clonal proliferative disorder of Langerhans cells that stain immunohistochemically with S-100 and CD-1a and demonstrate cytoplasmic Birbeck granules under electron microscopy.1 Four variants of ...View full resource at emedicine.medscape.com

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Extensive erosive lesions in congenital self-healing reticulohistiocytosis: http://bit.ly/9s8fuk

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Rubella: eMedicine Dermatology

emedicine.medscape.com — “Overview: Rubella is usually a mild viral illness involving the skin, the lymph nodes, and, less commonly, the joints. The most important complication of rubella is congenital rubella syndrome (CRS). Pathophysiology Rubella is an RNA virus classified ...View full resource at emedicine.medscape.com

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Most Recently Shared on April 23, 2010 at 3:46 am By:

Health_SS Susan S Health Advocate

Rubella is usually a mild viral illness involving the skin, the lymph nodes, and, less commonly, the joints. Learn more.http://bit.ly/a4CX1g

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Supernumerary Nipple: eMedicine Dermatology

emedicine.medscape.com — “Overview: Supernumerary nipples (SNs) are a common minor congenital malformation that consists of nipples and/or related tissue in addition to the 2 nipples normally appearing on the chest. SNs are located along the embryonic milk line. Ectopic ...View full resource at emedicine.medscape.com

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Most Recently Shared on April 21, 2010 at 11:35 pm By:

J_Bohlen Julie Bohlen Health Executive and Active Health Library

Supernumerary nipples consists of nipples and/or related tissue in addition to the 2 nipples normally on the chest. http://bit.ly/djAAOm

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Ulerythema: eMedicine Dermatology

emedicine.medscape.com — “Overview: Ulerythema ophryogenes, a rare cutaneous disorder, is characterized by inflammatory keratotic facial papules that may result in scars, atrophy, and alopecia. This disorder has been described in association with other congenital anomalies such as Noonan syndrome, ...View full resource at emedicine.medscape.com

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Most Recently Shared on April 21, 2010 at 11:18 pm By:

J_Bohlen Julie Bohlen Health Executive and Active Health Library

Ulerythema ophryogenes is a relatively infrequent disorder that mainly affects children and young adults. Learn causes. http://bit.ly/aewdJc

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Supernumerary Digit: eMedicine Dermatology

emedicine.medscape.com — “Overview: Polydactyly is the most common congenital digital anomaly of the hand and foot. It may appear in isolation or in association with other birth defects. Isolated polydactyly is often autosomal dominant or occasionally random, while syndromic ...View full resource at emedicine.medscape.com

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Most Recently Shared on April 21, 2010 at 11:15 pm By:

J_Bohlen Julie Bohlen Health Executive and Active Health Library

Polydactyly is the most common congenital digital anomaly of the hand & foot.It may appear alone or with other defects.http://bit.ly/bttFma

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Sjogren-Larsson Syndrome: eMedicine Dermatology

emedicine.medscape.com — “Overview: Sjogren-Larsson syndrome (SLS) is a rare autosomal recessive neurocutaneous disorder characterized by mental retardation, diplegia or tetraplegia, and congenital ichthyosis. The ichthyosis (usually evident at birth) may be seen in some patients after the first year ...View full resource at emedicine.medscape.com

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Most Recently Shared on April 21, 2010 at 11:13 pm By:

J_Bohlen Julie Bohlen Health Executive and Active Health Library

Sjögren-Larsson syndrome is a genetic condition resulting in thickened, dry, rough skin, mental retardation & more. http://bit.ly/dC4eId

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Niemann-Pick Disease: eMedicine Dermatology

emedicine.medscape.com — “Overview: Niemann-Pick disease (NPD) comprises an autosomal recessively inherited group of congenital lipidoses in which sphingolipids accumulate in cells, especially reticuloendothelial cells, throughout the body.The following 6 types of Niemann-Pick disease have been described:Type A - ...View full resource at emedicine.medscape.com

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Most Recently Shared on April 21, 2010 at 11:05 pm By:

SusanS_Health Susan Scroggins Active Health Library and Health Advocate

Niemann-Pick disease refers to a group of fatal inherited metabolic disorders. Learn more about Niemann-Pick disease. http://bit.ly/csRuX4

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Preauricular Sinuses: eMedicine Dermatology

emedicine.medscape.com — “Overview: Preauricular sinuses are common congenital malformations first described by Heusinger in 1864. Preauricular sinuses are frequently noted on routine physical examination as small dells adjacent to the external ear, usually at the anterior margin of the ...View full resource at emedicine.medscape.com

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Most Recently Shared on April 21, 2010 at 10:45 pm By:

SusanS_Health Susan Scroggins Active Health Library and Health Advocate

Preauricular sinuses are frequently noted on routine physical examinations. What are they, and what is the cause? http://bit.ly/dwsAeT

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Piebaldism: eMedicine Dermatology

emedicine.medscape.com — “Overview: Piebaldism is a rare autosomal dominant disorder of melanocyte development characterized by a congenital white forelock and multiple symmetrical hypopigmented or depigmented macules. This striking phenotype of depigmented patches of skin and hair has been observed ...View full resource at emedicine.medscape.com

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Most Recently Shared on April 21, 2010 at 10:28 pm By:

SusanS_Health Susan Scroggins Active Health Library and Health Advocate

Piebaldism is due to an absence of melanocytes in affected skin and hair follicles as a result of mutations. Learn more.http://bit.ly/9QAZlG

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Kindler Syndrome: eMedicine Dermatology

emedicine.medscape.com — “Overview: First described in 1954 by Theresa Kindler, Kindler syndrome is a rare autosomal recessive genodermatosis characterized by congenital acral skin blistering, photosensitivity, progressive poikiloderma, and diffuse cutaneous atrophy. The syndrome is a combination of features of ...View full resource at emedicine.medscape.com

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Most Recently Shared on April 21, 2010 at 9:01 pm By:

Health_SS Susan S Health Advocate

Kindler syndrome is a hereditary condition that results in blistering and photosensitivity during infancy. Learn more.http://bit.ly/9Zf8lp

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Ichthyosis Fetalis: eMedicine Dermatology

emedicine.medscape.com — “Overview: Ichthyosis fetalis, also known as harlequin ichthyosis (HI), is the most severe form of congenital ichthyosis. It is characterized by a profound thickening of the keratin layer in fetal skin. The affected neonate is born with ...View full resource at emedicine.medscape.com

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Most Recently Shared on April 21, 2010 at 8:51 pm By:

Health_SS Susan S Health Advocate

Ichthyosis fetalis, also known as harlequin ichthyosis (HI), is the most severe form of congenital ichthyosis. http://bit.ly/cycfCj

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