TLDR Hair tourniquet syndrome can cause serious harm if not treated quickly, especially in infants.
The document from 2015 discusses Hair Tourniquet Syndrome, a rare but serious condition where hair strands act as a tourniquet, strangulating body appendages such as fingers, toes, or genitals. If not identified and treated promptly, it could lead to amputation of the affected body part. The document reports two cases of this syndrome in infants, one affecting a thumb and the other a toe, both of which were successfully treated without complications. The syndrome is most commonly seen in infants, believed to be due to increased hair shedding from postpartum maternal hair loss. The document emphasizes the importance of early detection and prompt treatment to prevent severe injuries.
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February 2007 in “The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery” A baby's toe was saved from serious damage by quickly removing a hair wrapped tightly around it.
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July 2006 in “Annals of The Royal College of Surgeons of England” Hair or fiber wrapped tightly around a toe can lead to serious injury if not treated quickly.
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July 2002 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Telogen effluvium is a common type of hair loss that can resolve on its own or become chronic, with treatment depending on early diagnosis.
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August 2016 in “Nursing for Women's Health” To prevent and treat Hair-thread tourniquet syndrome in infants, keep a close eye on their limbs, manage maternal hair loss, and educate parents and healthcare providers.
February 2024 in “Curēus” Prompt diagnosis and treatment of hair tourniquet syndrome involving the uvula are crucial to prevent severe complications.
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August 2020 in “Frontiers in Pediatrics” Penile strangulation from hair can cause severe harm but can be treated if caught early.
September 2023 in “Ukraïnsʹkij žurnal Perinatologìâ ì pedìatrìâ” Quick action and prevention are crucial to avoid severe complications from tourniquet syndrome in children.
Early detection and treatment of hair-thread tourniquet syndrome in young girls is important to prevent serious harm.
