Look up: X-Linked Ichthyosis

1. X-linked ichthyosis
   A form of ichthyosis, due to 3-beta-hydroxysteroidsulfate sulfatase deficiency, that appears at birth or in early infancy and affects males; characterised by scaling predominantly on the neck and trunk but not on the palms and soles; histologically, there is hyperkeratosis, a granular layer in the e...
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2. X-linked ichthyosis
   a chronic type caused by a recessive gene located on the X chromosome, affecting only males; it may be present at birth or appear in early infancy. Affected babies have prominent, very adherent scales, often brown, especially on the neck, limbs, trunk, and buttocks.
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3. X-Linked Ichthyosis
   A recessive genetic defect that affects males. The disorder is charactrized by thick, adherent scales on the skin, which may be present at birth or appear in early infancy. The scales will generally darken as the child gets older and the child will have cataracts.
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4. X-linked ichthyosis
   Type: Term Definitions: 1. a form of ichthyosis, with onset at birth or in early infancy and affecting males; characterized by scaling predominantly on the scalp, neck, and trunk that progresses centripetally; the palms and soles are spared; histologic manifestations are hyperkeratosis, a granular l...
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5. X-linked recessive ichthyosis
   This recessive disorder, X-linked ichthyosis, is found in males. Clinically seen as a more severe variant of ichthyosis vulgaris, with relative but not complete sparing of the flexures, it commonly shows thickened brown scales. The palms and soles may show some hyperkeratosis. Corneal opacities are found in some patients.
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