Diseases That Turn African Hair Silky

    November 2012 in “ International Journal of Dermatology ”
    Frances O. A. Ajose
    Studysummary This study identified that certain diseases, including AIDS and systemic lupus erythematosus, may cause African hair to change to a silky, wavy texture similar to neonatal hair in affected patients.
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