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Which additional clinical feature is commonly associated with ectodermal dysplasia (keyed)?

  1. Dry eyes
  2. Gingival fibromatosis
  3. Blue sclera
  4. Macroglossia
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Correct answer: A. Dry eyes

  • A. Correct (keyed). Reduced gland function in ED can produce dryness including dry eyes/mucosa.
  • B. Gingival fibromatosis is associated with other syndromes/drugs, not ED.
  • C. Blue sclera points to osteogenesis imperfecta.
  • D. Macroglossia is seen in hypothyroidism/Down/Beckwith-Wiedemann, not ED.

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