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September 2003 in “Archives of dermatology” This study proposed that the tiger tail phenomenon in trichothiodystrophy hair is caused by regular undulations of hair fibers, altering the optical properties seen under polarized light.
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March 2004 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Tiger tail banding and hair abnormalities are reliable indicators for diagnosing trichothiodystrophy.
April 2021 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” A deep learning model was developed to help diagnose trichothiodystrophy by analyzing hair patterns.
April 2018 in “Veterinary Pathology” This study describes a form of lymphocytic mural folliculitis in tigers causing hair loss, concluding it may represent a nonspecific hypersensitivity reaction distinct from T-cell lymphoma.
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February 2017 in “Open veterinary journal” This study suggests that deficiencies in certain amino acids, like taurine and tryptophan, in artificial milk formulas may contribute to skin and eye problems in Bengal tiger cubs.