Definition:
Ectodermal dysplasia is categorized as a form of a genetic disorder wherein there is a characterized abnormal development of the patient's skin and associated structures such as the nails, teeth and sweat glands. Among the most dangerous medical complications that may occur in certain cases where there is a significant decrease in sweating due to the absence of the sweat glands, making the afflicted patients experience intense discomfort in warm environments.
Diagnosis:
Diagnosis is done through the symptoms reported by the patient.
Treatment:
There are currently no existing treatment of cure for Ectodermal dysplasia. However, medical procedures are usually conducted to alleviate the problems and complications that arise from the symptoms, including surgery in severe cases.
Symptoms and Signs:
Patients with Ectodermal dysplasia usually have sparse or absent hair and skin usually appear abnormally light and thin. Patients may also suffer from chronic nasal infections dues to predisposed problems on the nasal lining. Teeth may also be noticeably absent or appear to have developed abnormally.
Causes:
There are actually several different types of ectodermal dysplasia that has been recorded to date. This medical condition is primarily caused by an autosomal dominant form that affects both males and females.
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