Hair tourniquet syndrome is a condition where a hair or thread becomes so tightly wrapped around a body part, most commonly a finger, toe, or genitalia, that it constricts blood flow, causing pain and swelling. If not treated promptly, it can lead to permanent damage to the appendage. Treatment involves surgically removing the hair/thread, or in some cases, using a depilatory cream for a pain-free removal. Causes * A caretaker’s hair or loose clothing threads can wrap around an appendage, and th

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Microdeletion syndrome definition, causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment & prognosis