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Content updated on Nov 2, 2022
What is hair tourniquet?
A hair tourniquet happens when a hair strand wraps around a body part, cutting off circulation. It can damage nerves, skin tissue, and the function of the affected body part.
Symptoms of hair tourniquet
Fingers and/or toes have hair or thread wrapped tightly around them
Redness in the affected area
Skin abnormality
Skin redness or red bumpy rashes
Toe swelling
Questions your doctor may ask to check for hair tourniquet
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose hair tourniquet
Do you have hair or thread wrapped tightly around your fingers and/or toes?
Is the affected area red?
Do you have any skin problems?
Do you have red skin or red spots on the skin?
Do you have swollen toes?
Treatment for hair tourniquet
The primary treatment is removing the hair tourniquet by dissolving, unwrapping, or cutting the hair. The removal method depends on the condition's severity.
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References
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https://www.aott.org.tr/en/hair-tourniquet-syndrome-of-toes-and-fingers-in-infants-133432
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Yuta Sasaoka, MD (Pediatrics)
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