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In ectodermal dysplasia, all of the following structures are typically affected EXCEPT:

  1. The adrenal glands
  2. The sweat glands
  3. The hair
  4. The teeth
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Correct answer: A. The adrenal glands

Ectodermal dysplasia affects structures derived from ectoderm: skin, hair, nails, sweat glands, and teeth. The adrenal glands are not classically considered part of this syndrome's affected structures.

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