Medical EditorDr. Nicholas Bush MBBS BSc (Hons)
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Last Updated: 8 August 2024
Steatocystoma Multiplex
Medical EditorDr. Nicholas Bush MBBS BSc (Hons)
2 min read
Last Updated: 8 August 2024
Steatocystoma Multiplex
Steatocystoma multiplex is a rare skin disorder characterised by the development of multiple sebaceous cysts. These cysts, typically appearing during adolescence or early adulthood, are generally painless but can become infected. The condition is often inherited in an autosomal dominant pattern and usually requires medical management, sometimes involving surgical removal.
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Steatocystoma Multiplex