ICHTHYOSIS, X LINKED
\ˌɪkθɪˈə͡ʊsɪs], \ˌɪkθɪˈəʊsɪs], \ˌɪ_k_θ_ɪ__ˈəʊ_s_ɪ_s]\
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Chronic form of ichthyosis that is inherited as a sex-linked recessive trait carried on the X-chromosome and transmitted to the male offspring. It is characterized by severe scaling, especially on the extremities, and is associated with steroid sulfatase deficiency.
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