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The patch had remained unchanged since birth and was not associated with any skin changes or systemic symptoms. Her physical and neurological examinations were normal, and imaging studies ruled out underlying spinal or soft tissue anomalies. Although she had a resolved history of ptosis and was under follow-up for hypermetropia, no other abnormalities were identified. A sibling history of spina bifida prompted a more detailed evaluation, which returned normal results. This case highlights the importance of recognizing anterior cervical hypertrichosis as a rare but distinct clinical entity. 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