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Elisa Fontenelle de Oliveira1, Ana Luiza Cotta de Alencar Araripe1
1Instituto Fernandes Figueira, Fundação Oswaldo Cruz, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil.
Monilethrix, a rare genetic hair disorder, was diagnosed in a 6-year-old girl using microscopy and dermoscopy. A trial of topical minoxidil was initiated for treatment.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Genetics
- Trichology
Background:
- Monilethrix is a rare autosomal dominant hereditary hair disorder.
- It typically presents with variable penetrance, meaning not everyone with the gene develops symptoms.
- This case involves a child with no prior family history of the condition.
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