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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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research Folliculotropic Mycosis Fungoides Following Renal Transplantation

4 citations , September 2011 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

A man developed a skin cancer called folliculotropic mycosis fungoides after a kidney transplant.

research The Spectrum of Hair Loss in Patients with Mycosis Fungoides and Sézary Syndrome

39 citations , October 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Some patients with mycosis fungoides or Sézary syndrome experience hair loss, which may be similar to alopecia areata or linked to skin lesions, possibly due to abnormal T cells, and bexarotene can help treat it.

research Alopecia Universalis in a Dog with Testicular Neoplasia

1 citations , September 2016 in “Veterinary dermatology”

A combination of ciclosporin and ketoconazole can effectively treat severe hair loss in dogs.

research Lupus Panniculitis Clinically Simulating Alopecia Areata

28 citations , July 2002 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology”

Lupus can look like hair loss from alopecia areata but needs different treatment.

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

2 citations , January 2011 in “Dermatologica Sinica”

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

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