Hypertrichosis Cubiti Presenting in a Female Child: A Case Report

Hypertrichosis cubiti is a rare form of unusual hair growth in the arms around the elbow area. Here, we report a case of hypertrichosis cubiti in a six-year-old female child with a sacral cleft, otherwise of normal health. Specifically, terminal hair growth was observed in this case. The excessive hair growth often poses aesthetic concerns for patients and can be treated to avoid emotional distress regarding physical appearance. Management of the condition typically involves common hair removal techniques, and over-the-counter depilatory creams and shaving were used to treat this case.

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Cureus
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2025-05-03
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https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.83406
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Hair Growth and Disorders
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Hypertrichosis Cubiti Presenting in a Female Child: A Case Report

Marla Jahnke, Matthew K Mlachak
Cureus
Hair Growth and Disorders
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Hypertrichosis Cubiti Presenting in a Female Child: A Case Report

Marla Jahnke, Matthew K Mlachak
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Abstract

Hypertrichosis cubiti is a rare form of unusual hair growth in the arms around the elbow area. Here, we report a case of hypertrichosis cubiti in a six-year-old female child with a sacral cleft, otherwise of normal health. Specifically, terminal hair growth was observed in this case. The excessive hair growth often poses aesthetic concerns for patients and can be treated to avoid emotional distress regarding physical appearance. Management of the condition typically involves common hair removal techniques, and over-the-counter depilatory creams and shaving were used to treat this case.

CureusVol. 17(5)
Horizon Oncology Center (US), The Ohio State University (US)
Gender equality
Openalex Percentile: Top 86%
Hair Growth and Disorders
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