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April 2020 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences” A one-year-old child with a genetic condition had symptoms improved by treating zinc deficiency.
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October 2021 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” A Saudi girl was diagnosed with Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome, a rare condition causing easy hair loss without scarring.