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    Glossary Fibrofolliculomas

    benign skin tumors originating from hair follicles

    Fibrofolliculomas are benign skin tumors that originate from hair follicles. They typically appear as small, flesh-colored or white bumps on the face, neck, or upper torso and are often associated with Birt-Hogg-Dubé syndrome, a genetic condition that can also increase the risk of kidney cancer and lung cysts.

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      research The Case | Bilateral kidney tumors and lung cysts

      January 2013 in “Kidney international”
      This report describes a clinical case of a 38-year-old man diagnosed with Birt-Hogg-Dubé syndrome, confirmed by genetic testing, highlighting the presentation of multiple renal tumors and bilateral lung cysts.

      research Birt–Hogg–Dubé syndrome

      7 citations , September 2013 in “Familial cancer”
      This review discusses recent insights into Birt–Hogg–Dube syndrome, including the functions of the FLCN gene and clinical recommendations for screening and treatment, but it reports no new experimental results.

      research What’s new in Birt–Hogg–Dubé syndrome?

      December 2012 in “Expert review of dermatology”
      This review summarizes current knowledge about Birt–Hogg–Dubé syndrome, discussing recent findings on its pathogenesis and treatment, but reports no new clinical results; the authors emphasize understanding its cutaneous manifestations.
      Cutaneous Tumors of Pilar Origin with Associated Syndromes

      research Cutaneous Tumours of Pilar Origin with Associated Syndromes

      October 2023 in “Research Review”
      This source describes the development, structure, and types of skin appendage tumors, noting both benign and malignant forms, potential associations with syndromes, and categories based on follicular differentiation.

      research Solitary Nasal Fibrofolliculoma

      1 citations , January 2007 in “The Internet Journal of Dermatology”
      This case report describes a solitary nasal fibrofolliculoma in a 60-year-old male and reviews existing literature, indicating its rare occurrence and potential link with Birt-Hogg-Dube syndrome.

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