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What is the definition of Gardner-Diamond Syndrome?
Gardner-Diamond syndrome (GDS) is a rare condition characterized by episodes of unexplained, painful bruising that mostly occurs on the arms, legs, and/or face. It is most common in Caucasian women who have mental illness or emotional stress. Symptoms typically include the formation of multiple, small, purple bruises that may be associated with burning, redness and swelling. Most affected people report that the bruising occurs either spontaneously, or some time after trauma or surgery at other sites of the body. The cause of GDS is poorly understood.
What are the alternative names for Gardner-Diamond Syndrome?
  • Gardner-Diamond syndrome
  • Autoerythrocyte sensitization
  • Autoerythrocyte sensitization purpura
  • Autoerythrocyte sensitization syndrome
  • GDS
  • Painful bruising syndrome
  • Psychogenic purpura
Who are the top Gardner-Diamond Syndrome Local Doctors?
Brian J. Gerondale
Distinguished in Gardner-Diamond Syndrome
Dr. Brian J. Gerondale
Dermatology
Distinguished in Gardner-Diamond Syndrome
Dr. Brian J. Gerondale
Dermatology

Dermatology Associates Of West Michigan PC

1740 East Paris Avenue Southeast, 
Grand Rapids, MI 
616-949-5600
Experience:
37+ years
Languages Spoken:
English
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Accepting New Patients

Brian Gerondale is a Dermatologist in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Dr. Gerondale has been practicing medicine for over 37 years and is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gardner-Diamond Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Seborrheic Keratosis, Warts, Neurocutaneous Melanosis, and Actinic Keratosis. Dr. Gerondale is currently accepting new patients.

Scott L. Heyl
Advanced in Gardner-Diamond Syndrome
Dr. Scott L. Heyl
Family Medicine
Advanced in Gardner-Diamond Syndrome
Dr. Scott L. Heyl
Family Medicine

Genesis Medical Associates

1020 Center Ave, 
Pittsburgh, PA 
412-931-3066
Languages Spoken:
English
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Scott Heyl is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Heyl is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gardner-Diamond Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Gardner-Diamond Syndrome, Autoerythrocyte Sensitivity, and Purpura.

 
 
 
 
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Barbara Bence
Advanced in Gardner-Diamond Syndrome
Dr. Barbara Bence
Family Medicine | Internal Medicine
Advanced in Gardner-Diamond Syndrome
Dr. Barbara Bence
Family Medicine | Internal Medicine

Genesis Medical Associates, Inc.

213 Executive Dr, Suite 200, 
Cranberry Township, PA 
724-741-0044
Languages Spoken:
English
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Barbara Bence is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine and Internal Medicine in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania. Dr. Bence is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Gardner-Diamond Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Infant Hyperglycemia, Gitelman Syndrome, Lung Metastases, Colonoscopy, and Ureteroscopy.

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center