An Interesting Case of X-linked Hypohidrotic Ectodermal Dysplasia.

Journal: Cureus
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Abstract

We report a case of a patient with genetic sequencing-confirmed X-linked hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasia without the typical characteristic hair growth abnormalities with the disorder. While this patient had already received guidance from a genetic counselor about his condition, many cases of ectodermal dysplasia go underdiagnosed or misdiagnosed due to mild or atypical presentations. With gene therapies emerging, the authors hope to highlight the importance of recognizing the disorder in patients who have not yet received a diagnosis to better manage their clinical course and guide future life decisions.

Authors
Alexander Nardone, David Kirwin, Willis Lyford

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