Woman with Rett syndrome donates hair to Locks of Love
Chelsea Howells, a 20 year old San Clemente resident with Rett syndrome, grows hair rapidly and donates 39 inches to Locks of Love. Her mother Sheri reveals Chelsea’s resilience, and stylist Stephanie Alfaro notes the act as a positive life moment. Chelsea has donated since age 10, turning a challenge into a gift for cancer patients.
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Rett syndrome diagnosis and Chelsea Howells case
Rett syndrome, a neurological disorder affecting mostly girls, emerges around age two with regression after normal early development. Chelsea Howells lost speech and motor skills after age two, while her mother Sheri Howells emphasizes her joy and faith in God guiding her daughter.
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