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October 2012 in “The American Journal of Human Genetics” Mutations in the HOXC13 gene cause hair and nail development issues.
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A person with a new mutation in the SCN1A gene developed brain inflammation after COVID-19.
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Kerion is a rare but serious scalp infection that needs proper treatment.
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June 1998 in “Circulation” Mild essential fatty acid deficiency can cause health issues and is worsened by low-fat diets.
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