Hereditary Footpad Hyperkeratosis
Body function: Skin
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Hereditary footpad hyperkeratosis is a genetic disorder caused by a mutation in the FAM83G gene. It causes an excess of keratin to grow in the footpads, ultimately leading to pain, infection, and difficulty walking. This condition is inherited in the autosomal recessive fashion, meaning both parents must be carriers of the mutation for a litter to risk developing the condition.
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