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Harlequin Ichthyosis: A Rare Genetic Disease Giving Babies Thick 'Scales'
Harlequin ichthyosis is a severe inherited skin disorder caused by mutations in the ABCA12 gene. This condition leads to the transport of fats within the skin being disrupted, resulting in thick, plate-like scales covering the body, accompanied by deep fissures. Babies born with this disease often display features such as