Overview
Ichthyosis-cheek-eyebrow syndrome is a very rare condition that was once listed as a distinct disorder in medical databases but is now considered 'obsolete' — meaning experts have determined it may not be a separate disease on its own, or it has been reclassified under a different diagnosis. The name describes its main features: ichthyosis (dry, scaly, thickened skin), unusual fullness or puffiness of the cheeks, and abnormalities of the eyebrows, such as sparse, thick, or unusually shaped brows. Because this condition has been retired as a standalone diagnosis, very little published research exists specifically about it. Patients who were previously given this label may now be re-evaluated and reclassified under a related ichthyosis disorder or a broader syndrome. If you or a family member received this diagnosis, it is strongly recommended to consult a clinical geneticist or dermatologist who specializes in rare skin disorders. They can review your case with modern genetic testing tools to determine the most accurate current diagnosis, which will help guide the best possible care and connect you with the right support resources.
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Key symptoms:
Dry, scaly, or thickened skin (ichthyosis)Full or puffy-appearing cheeksAbnormal eyebrows (sparse, thick, or unusually shaped)Possible skin tightness or roughness
Neonatal
Begins at or shortly after birth (first 4 weeks)
Treatments
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Treatment Centers
8 centersBaylor College of Medicine Rare Disease Center ↗
Baylor College of Medicine
📍 Houston, TX
🏥 NORDStanford Medicine Rare Disease Center ↗
Stanford Medicine
📍 Stanford, CA
🔬 UDNNIH Clinical Center Undiagnosed Diseases Program ↗
National Institutes of Health
📍 Bethesda, MD
🔬 UDNUCLA UDN Clinical Site ↗
UCLA Health
📍 Los Angeles, CA
🔬 UDNBaylor College of Medicine UDN Clinical Site ↗
Baylor College of Medicine
📍 Houston, TX
🔬 UDNHarvard/MGH UDN Clinical Site ↗
Massachusetts General Hospital
📍 Boston, MA
🏥 NORDMayo Clinic Center for Individualized Medicine ↗
Mayo Clinic
📍 Rochester, MN
👤 Mayo Clinic Center for Individualized Medicine
🏥 NORDUCLA Rare Disease Day Program ↗
UCLA Health
📍 Los Angeles, CA
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Questions for your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment
- Q1.Is this diagnosis still considered valid, or should I be reclassified under a different condition?,What genetic tests should I have to find the most accurate diagnosis today?,Are there other family members who should be tested?,What skin care routine do you recommend for managing my symptoms?,Are there any clinical trials or research studies I might qualify for?,What specialists should be part of my care team?,Are there patient support groups for people with ichthyosis or related skin conditions?
Common questions about OBSOLETE: Ichthyosis-cheek-eyebrow syndrome
What is OBSOLETE: Ichthyosis-cheek-eyebrow syndrome?
Ichthyosis-cheek-eyebrow syndrome is a very rare condition that was once listed as a distinct disorder in medical databases but is now considered 'obsolete' — meaning experts have determined it may not be a separate disease on its own, or it has been reclassified under a different diagnosis. The name describes its main features: ichthyosis (dry, scaly, thickened skin), unusual fullness or puffiness of the cheeks, and abnormalities of the eyebrows, such as sparse, thick, or unusually shaped brows. Because this condition has been retired as a standalone diagnosis, very little published research
At what age does OBSOLETE: Ichthyosis-cheek-eyebrow syndrome typically begin?
Typical onset of OBSOLETE: Ichthyosis-cheek-eyebrow syndrome is neonatal. Age of onset can vary across affected individuals.