Hairy polyps or dermoids are rare, benign congenital tumours of the oronasopharynx containing elements of both ectodermal and mesodermal origin. They occur most commonly in young infants and can cause respiratory distress or failure to thrive due to feeding difficulties. Computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, and barium video fluoroscopy can be useful in delineating the origin and extent of these lesions. Treatment usually consists of surgical removal. We describe a case of spontaneous resolution of symptoms in an 11-week-old baby due to autoamputation of the lesion.
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