Do fingerprints reveal the future of children or is it the intersection of dermatological science and health?
Vol 7, Issue 1, 2024
Abstract
Dermatoglyphic patterns are lines formed by different patterns of epidermal structures located on the inner surface of the hands and feet. Epidermal patterns begin to form in the sixth week of pregnancy and once formed, they remain unchanged throughout life except for their size. Since finger patterns and our nervous system develop from the same ectoderm layer, scientists have begun to examine the relationship between fingerprint pattern anomalies and various diseases based on the idea that negativities in various systems, especially neurological disorders, may be reflected in fingerprint patterns. Studies have reported significant relationships between fingerprint anomalies and various diseases. As a result, it is expected that taking dermatoglyphic pattern samples will contribute significantly to the independent roles of pediatric nurses, supporting children’s physical, cognitive and social healthy growth and development, detecting diseases at an early stage and maximizing health with appropriate guidance, and providing genetic counseling to parents.
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