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How might x inactivation cause patchy hairiness on women who have congenital generalized hypertrichosis even though the disease causing allele is dominant?

Since one X chromosome in each cell is randomly inactivated at some point during development, a woman heterozygous for hypertrichosis would have varying regions of patchy hair if the alleles responsible for the trait were located on the X chromosome. Variation would look similar to the varied tortoise shell coat color pattern on female cats, where the presence of yellow and black (red and gold/blue and cream) is controlled by X chromosome inactivation.


What are the symptoms and treatment options for hairy ears disease?

Hairy ears disease, also known as hypertrichosis aurium, is a condition characterized by excessive hair growth in the ears. Symptoms may include increased hair in the ear canal and on the outer ear. Treatment options for hairy ears disease may include trimming or shaving the excess hair, laser hair removal, or topical medications to slow hair growth. Consulting a healthcare provider for a proper diagnosis and personalized treatment plan is recommended.


What is human werewolf disease Andwhat are its symptoms?

Human werewolf disease, also known as clinical lycanthropy, is a rare psychiatric disorder in which individuals believe they are transforming into a werewolf or another animal. Symptoms include delusions of transformation, altered perception of body image, and behavioral changes like howling at the moon or acting aggressively. Treatment typically involves therapy and medications to address underlying psychological issues.


What is werewolf syndrome?

"Werewolf Syndrome" has been classified as lycanthropy. Lycanthropy is the disease in which you believe you are turning into a wild animal, although physical symptoms are not present. there is also a different definition to werewolf syndrome, in which the person has a genetic defect/ mutation. this mutation is rare and this is all it really means: instead of the person only growing hair on their head, they also grow it on their face and possibly arms/legs. this is not to be confused with normal body hair. the hair actually is quite similar to the hair on an average person's head. These people, other than their appearance, are completely normal.


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How common or uncommon is Hypertrichosis?

Hypertrichosis is an extremely uncommon condition, only 50 people in the world currently live with it.


Which gene or chromosome is it found on or is affected by hypertrichosis?

There are several depending on the type. Congenital hypertrichosis lanuginosa may be caused by an inverse mutation on the 8q chromosome. Congenital generalized hypertrichosis has a dominant pattern of inheritance and has been linked to chromosome xq24-q27. Congenital generalized hypertrichosis terminalis is thought to be caused by genetic changes on chromosome 17. The gene MAP2K6 may be a factor contributing to this condition.


Who does Hypertrichosis effect?

Hypertrichosis is a rare condition that causes excessive hair growth on the body. It can affect both men and women of all ages. In some cases, hypertrichosis may be present at birth or develop later in life.


If Lanugo does not recede and persist its called?

hypertrichosis


What are the symptoms for hypertrichosis?

excessive hair growth


How many people have Hypertrichosis?

200 people


Which madicine for this hypertrycosis?

Minoxidil, a medicine for preventing hair loss, is thought to trigger acquired localized hypertrichosis. It is one and only way to medicaid from hypertrichosis.


What is involved in Hypertrichosis?

Hypertrichosis is what is called the werewolf disease. This was first found with a Mexican family where hair was growing from most of the hair follicles from the body, including the face.


What body system is affected with hypertrichosis?

The integumentary system


Are werewolves patients of hypertrichosis?

No! Werewolves are myths that people have their own views on, and what some people have put in books, TV shows and films. Hypertrichosis is a disease where hair growth on the body in an amount considered abnormal. And although extensive cases of hypertrichosis have been called werewolf syndrome it does not mean that they are werewolves.


How do you pronounce hypertrichosis?

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How does someone cope with hypertrichosis?

Hypertrichosis is a condition in which there is an abnormal growth of hair on a person. It can be a congenital condition or a person can get it later on in life. Since there is no cure for this condition, its management can involve diagnosing the causes and prescribing medications or hair removal treatments.