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Rapunzel Syndrome Masks Weight Loss

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    10-year-old girl with 8 months of weight loss and abdominal pain.

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    Initial ultrasound was inconclusive.

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    Magnetic resonance enterography diagnosed a trichobezoar.

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    Surgical intervention confirmed Rapunzel syndrome.

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    Composed of hair/vegetable fibers; risk of obstruction/perforation if untreated.

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    ADHD contributed to diagnosis delay.

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    Post-op recovery involved dietary supervision and behavioral therapy.

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    Follow-up showed weight improvement and symptom resolution.

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