| Metadata | |
|---|---|
| ID | SYMP:0020041 |
| Name | corkscrew hair |
| Definition | A hair symptom that is characterized by coiled “corkscrew” hairs on the surface of the arms, legs and chest, which can occur as a result low level of ascorbic acid (vitamin C). https://www.ccjm.org/content/ccjom/82/4/216.full.pdf, https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/2345.htm, https://www.miningjournal.net/life/tuesday-health/2021/09/urology-pearls-the-mystery-of-the-corkscrew-hair-part-2/ |
| Parent Relationships |
is_a hair symptom |
| Related Diseases |
has symptom |