Living with Basal cell carcinoma with follicular differentiation
A rare type of skin cancer that forms tiny cysts.
Understanding Basal cell carcinoma with follicular differentiation
GARD describes it as having many tiny cysts. The cysts are lined by a type of skin tissue called infundibular epithelium. GARD does not list other details for this condition yet.
Signs & symptoms
GARD doesn't list specific symptoms for this condition yet.
Not everyone has every symptom. GARD's list comes from the Human Phenotype Ontology.
Diagnosis
- 1Talk with your doctor
Share the symptoms you've noticed, when they started and your family health history. Notes and photos can help.
- 2See a specialist
Your doctor may refer you to a specialist who knows rare conditions.
- 3Ask which tests can help
Your care team will decide which exams and tests can confirm the diagnosis.
- 4Connect with expert centers
The Skin Cancer Foundation may keep lists of experts for this condition.
Care & treatment
- Care team
- A doctor familiar with rare conditions, plus specialists as needed
- Expert care
- Expert lists: The Skin Cancer Foundation
- Treatment
- GARD doesn't list specific treatments for this condition. Your care team will tailor care to your symptoms.
- Research
- Clinical trials and observational studies may be options. See the research section below.
General information, not medical advice. Your care team makes the decisions.
Everyday life
Living with a rare condition is easier with support.
- Connect with The Skin Cancer Foundation
- Keep notes on symptoms, changes and questions for appointments
- Ask about patient registries that help research
- Look into financial aid and travel resources for care visits
Quick facts
GARD doesn't describe a cause for this condition yet.
Also known as: basal cell carcinoma, infundibulocystic; infundibulocystic basal cell carcinoma; skin infundibulocystic basal cell carcinoma
Patient organizations
- The Skin Cancer FoundationBasal cell carcinoma with follicular differentiation · United States
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