Baird syndrome - Absence of Fingerprints

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Disease overview

Poorly understood genetic syndrome (familial and sporadic) appears to be autosomal dominant affecting dermal formation and structure in infants and children

Common symptoms

Blisters and facial milia in early childhoodcongenital absence of dermatoglyphics on the hands and feetthin skincamptodactylyhypohidrosis

WHEN TO SUSPECT

  • Recommendation 1

    Clinical exam and genetic testing (WES)

HOW TO TEST

  • Recommendation 1

    Clinical exam and genetic testing (WES)

TREATMENT

  • Recommendation 1

    Supportive Treatment Only

PRIMARY CARE

  • Recommendation 1

    Support for ADLs due to increased skin fragility

FURTHER SUPPORT

  • Recommendation 1

    No specific physicians specialize in this condition, often managed by dermatology. Referral to Medical Genetics Department, if available. Initial virtual care is also available through organizations like TeleRare Health.

CLINICAL TRIALS

Sources

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