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What is Birt-Hogg-Dube Syndrome?
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What is Birt-Hogg-Dube Syndrome?

By Emily Henderson, B.Sc. Birt-Hogg-Dube syndrome (BHD) is a rare genetic disorder with an autosomal dominant pattern of inheritance. It is a complex condition characterized by multiple benign (noncancerous) skin tumors, lung cysts, and increased susceptibility to kidney lesions. Fibrofolliculomas are a form of benign skin tumor occurring on the neck, face, and upper torso that...