Ectodermal Dysplasia, Rapp-Hodgkin Type
Rapp-Hodgkin Syndrome
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Ectodermal Dysplasia, Rapp-Hodgkin Type is a legacy term for a form of ectodermal dysplasia characterized by abnormalities in ectodermal structures such as skin, hair, teeth, and sweat glands. It is now generally classified under the broader group of hypohidrotic ectodermal dysplasias, which involve defective development of ectodermal derivatives. This condition typically presents with features including sparse hair, missing or malformed teeth, and reduced ability to sweat.
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