No hair tuft

What does "No hair tuft" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"No hair tuft" is a term used in medicine to describe the absence of a patch of hair in a specific area where it is usually present. This is often observed in conditions where there is a problem with hair growth or skin development. For example, in certain birth defects, a baby might be born without a tuft of hair at the base of the spine, which is normally present. The absence of this hair tuft can sometimes indicate an underlying medical condition.

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