Cultural Trichotillomania: A Look at Eyebrow Loss in India
October 2025
in “
Indian Dermatology Online Journal
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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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