"Understanding Hair Tourniquet Syndrome in Babies: What Parents Should Know"
Hair tourniquet syndrome is a rare condition where a strand of hair wraps tightly around a baby's body part, cutting off blood flow and potentially causing long-term injury or amputation if left untreated. New parents are advised to regularly check their baby's fingers, toes, and genitals for hair entanglement, especially during postpartum hair loss. If hair is found, it should be removed carefully to avoid injury, and seeking medical help is recommended if the hair cannot be removed at home. Symptoms of hair tourniquet syndrome include excessive crying, fussiness, swelling, and discoloration of the affected area.