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GlossaryMucinosis

abnormal mucin accumulation in skin causing swelling or papules

Mucinosis refers to a group of skin disorders characterized by the abnormal accumulation of mucin, a jelly-like substance, in the skin. This can lead to symptoms such as swelling, papules, or plaques. For professionals, it is important to note that mucinosis can be associated with various conditions, including systemic diseases like lupus or localized issues such as follicular mucinosis.

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Lipedematous Alopecia with Mucinosis: Report of the First Case in Taiwan

research Lipedematous Alopecia with Mucinosis: Report of the First Case in Taiwan

2 citations, March 2011 in “Dermatologica Sinica”

Taiwan reported its first case of a rare scalp condition with no clear cause or treatment.

research Rapidly Progressing Mycosis Fungoides Presenting as Follicular Mucinosis

76 citations, October 2000 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

Follicular mucinosis can be an early sign of aggressive mycosis fungoides.

research Follicular Mucinosis: A Detailed Morphologic and Immunopathologic Study

51 citations, May 1984 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

Benign follicular mucinosis involves immune cells attacking hair follicles.

research Follicular Mucinosis (Alopecia Mucinosa)

20 citations, June 1964 in “Archives of Dermatology”

Systemic corticosteroids may effectively treat follicular mucinosis.

research Acneiform Follicular Mucinosis

19 citations, July 2004 in “Clinical and experimental dermatology”

Acneiform follicular mucinosis can be controlled with systemic corticosteroids.

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