Which of the following are seen in ectodermal dysplasia?

Correct answer: D. Any of the above

  • A. Hyperpyrexia
  • B. Protuberant lips and frontal bossing
  • C. Defective or absence of sweat glands
  • D. Any of the above

Explanation

Ectodermal dysplasia can cause absent or defective sweat glands, resulting in impaired sweating and hyperpyrexia, together with characteristic facial features such as frontal bossing and protuberant lips. Therefore, all the listed findings may be associated.

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