Table 6. [Recommended Surveillance for Individuals with Hypohidrotic Ectodermal Dysplasia]. - GeneReviews®

System/Concern	Evaluation	Frequency
Integument	Assess severity & treatment response for hypotrichosis & hypohidrosis.	Annually &/or as needed
Dental	Dental exam to monitor tooth & maxillary/mandibular development, provide anticipatory guidance for parents, monitor existing treatments, & provide continued interventions as needed	Every 6-12 mos beginning at age 1 yr
ENT	Assess for abnormal nasal & aural secretions.	Annually &/or as needed
Eyes	Ophthalmologic eval to assess for dry eyes due to abnormal meibomian glands
Respiratory	Assess for recurrent pneumonia & asthma related to abnormal bronchial glands.

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