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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 Trichofolliculoma With Mucinosis

5 citations , May 2009 in “American Journal of Dermatopathology”

A rare hair follicle tumor showed unusual high levels of mucin.

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 , January 2011 in “Dermatologica Sinica”

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

research Follicular Mucinosis: Report of a Pediatric Case

July 2019 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)”

Follicular mucinosis in a 15-year-old is usually harmless but needs monitoring for possible lymphoma.

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.

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