Reviewed December 2008
What is juvenile hyaline fibromatosis?
Juvenile hyaline fibromatosis is a disorder that affects the skin, joints, and bones. Individuals with this condition typically begin to develop signs and symptoms within the first few years of life. Juvenile hyaline fibromatosis is characterized by skin bumps that frequently appear on the hands, neck, scalp, ears, and nose. These skin bumps can also develop in joint creases and the genital region. They vary in size and are sometimes painful. Affected individuals usually develop more skin bumps over time.
Juvenile hyaline fibromatosis is also characterized by overgrowth of the gums (gingival hypertrophy) and joint deformities (contractures) that can impair movement. In addition, affected individuals may grow slowly and have bone abnormalities. People with juvenile hyaline fibromatosis typically have severe physical limitations, but most individuals have normal intelligence and live into adulthood.
How common is juvenile hyaline fibromatosis?
The prevalence of juvenile hyaline fibromatosis is unknown. About 70 people with this disorder have been reported.
What genes are related to juvenile hyaline fibromatosis?
Mutations in the ANTXR2 gene (also known as the CMG2 gene) cause juvenile hyaline fibromatosis. The ANTXR2 gene provides instructions for making a protein involved in the formation of tiny blood vessels (capillaries). Researchers believe that the ANTXR2 protein is also important for maintaining the structure of basement membranes, which are thin, sheet-like structures that separate and support cells in many tissues.
The signs and symptoms of juvenile hyaline fibromatosis are caused by the accumulation of a clear (hyaline) substance in different parts of the body. The nature of this substance is not well known, but it is likely made up of protein and sugar molecules. Researchers suspect that mutations in the ANTXR2 gene disrupt the formation of basement membranes, allowing the hyaline substance to leak through and build up in various body tissues.
Read more about the ANTXR2 gene.
How do people inherit juvenile hyaline fibromatosis?
This condition is inherited in an autosomal recessive pattern, which means both copies of the gene in each cell have mutations. The parents of an individual with an autosomal recessive condition each carry one copy of the mutated gene, but they typically do not show signs and symptoms of the condition.
Where can I find information about treatment for juvenile hyaline fibromatosis?
These resources address the management of juvenile hyaline fibromatosis and may include treatment providers.
You might also find information on treatment of juvenile hyaline fibromatosis in
Educational resources and Patient support.
Where can I find additional information about juvenile hyaline fibromatosis?
You may find the following resources about juvenile hyaline fibromatosis helpful. These materials are written for the general public.
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- Patient support - For patients and families
You may also be interested in these resources, which are designed for healthcare professionals and researchers.
What other names do people use for juvenile hyaline fibromatosis?
- inherited systemic hyalinosis
- juvenile hyalinosis
- molluscum fibrosum
- Murray syndrome
- Puretic syndrome
- Systemic hyalinosis
What if I still have specific questions about juvenile hyaline fibromatosis?
Where can I find general information about genetic conditions?
The Handbook provides basic information about genetics in clear language.
These links provide additional genetics resources that may be useful.
What glossary definitions help with understanding juvenile hyaline fibromatosis?
The resources on this site should not be used as a substitute for
professional medical care or advice. Users seeking information about
a personal genetic disease, syndrome, or condition should consult with a qualified
healthcare professional.
See How can I find a genetics professional in my area? in the Handbook.