Pseudo-Ainhum
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Pseudo-ainhum is a skin condition in which a constricting band or groove forms around a finger or toe, as if a thread were squeezing it, and it may progressively narrow that area.
Common causes: Unlike true ainhum, it usually appears associated with other skin diseases or conditions present from birth that alter the skin's structure.
How it is noticed:
- A marked ring or groove around a finger or toe.
- Swelling of the distal part of the digit.
- Changes in color or local discomfort.
Which specialist treats it? In childhood, the pediatrician evaluates these skin findings in the child and provides guidance on the next steps. If you notice a groove squeezing a finger or toe, it is a good idea to show it during a visit to understand its cause.
Data on 30 doctors who treat pseudo-ainhum
Which specialist treats pseudo-ainhum?
Pseudo-ainhum in a gynecological context can be evaluated by an OB/GYN as part of a comprehensive assessment of the patient. You can book an appointment with an OB/GYN for this evaluation.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in pseudo-ainhum
Dr. Karla Gonzalez Segovia
Dr. Julieta Márquez Villegas
Dr. Rosa Isela Fraga Rodríguez
Dr. Julieta Cruz Ruiz
Dr. Velia Edila Uresti Alvarado
Dr. Roberto Arturo Castillo Reyther
Dr. Carlos Antonio Díaz Torres
Dr. Jose Alfonso Lugo Iniguez
Dr. José de Jesús Zermeño Nava
Dr. Armando Villalobos Ruíz
Dr. Raul Humberto Perales Recio
Dr. Gerardo González Cantú
Dr. Laura Evangelina Ortiz Martinez
Dr. Sarish del Real
Dr. Eduardo Guardiola García
Dr. Juan Rivas Najera
Dr. Benjamín Cantú López
Dr. Mario Alfonso Saenz Salinas
Dr. Rafael Regalado Salinas
Dr. Nidia Grisel Mendoza Zepeda
Frequently asked questions
What is pseudo-ainhum?
Pseudo-ainhum is a skin condition in which a constricting band or groove forms around a finger or toe, as if a thread were squeezing it, and it may progressively narrow that area.
Which doctor treats pseudo-ainhum?
Pseudo-ainhum in a gynecological context can be evaluated by an OB/GYN as part of a comprehensive assessment of the patient. You can book an appointment with an OB/GYN for this evaluation.