Cultural Trichotillomania: A Look at Eyebrow Loss in India

    October 2025 in “ Indian Dermatology Online Journal
    Dipra Biswas, Prajakta Waghmare, Suman Patra
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    Studysummary In this case report, researchers documented a young girl's eyebrow hair loss attributed to trichotillosis influenced by observing Jain monks' ritualistic hair plucking, highlighting the role of cultural practices in shaping compulsive behaviors.
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