About The Study: Researchers conducted a genetic analysis of individuals with uncombable hair syndrome, a rare hair shaft anomaly that is characterized by dry, frizzy and wiry hair that cannot be combed flat. Only about 100 known cases have been reported so far.
Authors: Regina C. Betz, M.D., of the University of Bonn in Bonn, Germany, is the corresponding author.
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(doi:10.1001/jamadermatol.2022.2319)
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