Botanical Extract Combined with Minoxidil Improves Hidrotic Ectodermal Dysplasia Caused by p.G11R Mutations: A Case Report

July 2024 in “ Journal of Dermatological Treatment ”

Shiyi Zhong, Chuhan Huang, Mingyue Zhuang, Qingwu Liu, Zhao-hui Tian, Dingquan Yang

botanical extract minoxidil hidrotic ectodermal dysplasia GJB6 mutations p.G11R mutations diffuse thinning fine and brittle hair Rogaine

Studysummary In this case report, a 6-year-old boy with hidrotic ectodermal dysplasia 2 caused by GJB6 mutations showed no significant hair improvement with age, despite treatment with botanical extracts and Minoxidil.

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