Menkes kinky hair disease

An X-linked disorder caused by mutations in the ATP7A gene resulting in the abnormal transport and metabolism of copper. It affects primarily male infants. It is characterized by hypotonia, seizures, failure to thrive, and peculiar colorless or steel-colored brittle hair.

Disease Alternative Name

kinky hair syndrome
menkes kinky hair syndrome
menkes disease
menkes kinky-hair syndrome
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