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What causes simian creases in "healthy" people if it doesn't run in the family?

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Dr. Naomi Burr answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Unknown: Sometimes a crease is just a crease and does not mean anything. Just a random occurrence.

Answered 3/20/2016

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