Recurrent Bacterial Vaginosis and Netherton's Syndrome

    Sarah Nicholls, Hemanti Patel, M. Jones
    TLDR Netherton's syndrome can cause frequent bacterial infections beyond just skin issues.
    Netherton's syndrome, also known as 'bamboo hair' syndrome, was a rare disorder characterized by ichthyosiform dermatosis and distinctive hair shaft defects. It was commonly associated with atopy and recurrent infections, particularly affecting the skin. The document reported a case of a female patient with Netherton's syndrome who experienced severe recurrent bacterial vaginosis, highlighting the syndrome's potential impact on recurrent infections beyond the skin.
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