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  • Dermatology
  • Genetics
  • Histopathology

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  • Familial dyskeratotic comedones (FDC) is a rare inherited disorder.
  • FDC presents with distinctive clinical and histopathological features.
  • The condition is known to be refractory to treatment.

Observation:

  • This study reports on a family from central India with FDC.
  • Clinical presentation includes numerous, discrete, disseminated, hyperkeratotic papules and comedones.
  • Histopathology reveals crater-like invaginations filled with keratin and dyskeratosis.

Findings:

  • The report documents a rare inherited disorder, familial dyskeratotic comedones.
  • Characteristic clinical and histopathological findings of FDC are described.
  • A family from central India with this rare condition is presented.

Implications:

  • This case report expands the geographical documentation of familial dyskeratotic comedones.
  • Understanding the presentation in diverse populations aids in diagnosis.
  • Further research may elucidate genetic factors and potential therapeutic targets for FDC.