TLDR A 2-year-old boy was diagnosed with a rare genetic condition causing fragile hair, intellectual issues, and short stature.
Trichothiodystrophy was described as an autosomal recessive neuroectodermal defect characterized by fragile hair on the scalp, eyebrows, and eyelashes, with hair showing a distinct pattern of alternating clear and dark bands under polarized microscopy. Chemical analysis revealed low cystine levels, a sulfur-containing amino acid. Patients also exhibited intellectual impairment, reduced fertility, and short stature. The document reported a case of a 2-year-old male patient diagnosed with this condition.
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June 2008 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The article explains the genetic causes and symptoms of various hair disorders and highlights the need for more research to find treatments.
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January 1987 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The document concludes that understanding hair structure is key to diagnosing hair abnormalities and recommends gentle hair care for management.
