Piggyback-Acquired Hypertrichosis in a 9-Month-Old Girl
June 2014
in “
Pediatric dermatology
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New to Minoxidil? There is a guide in the encyclopedia. Read the guide → Studysummary This case report details how a 9-month-old girl's generalized hypertrichosis developed following exposure to 5% topical minoxidil via her grandfather's use, which resolved after removing the exposure.
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A 9-month-old girl developed generalized hypertrichosis after being exposed to 5% topical minoxidil for 2 months through contact with her grandfather, who used the medication daily and held her on his shoulders for extended periods. Once minoxidil was removed from her environment, her hair distribution returned to normal within 4 months.
