Breaking the Cycle of Hair Breakage: Pearls for the Management of Acquired Trichorrhexis Nodosa

October 2016 in “ Journal of dermatological treatment ”

Alessandra Haskin, Shawn G. Kwatra, Crystal Aguh

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Studysummary This paper reviews the literature on acquired trichorrhexis nodosa, a clinical hair loss diagnosis associated with hair care practices, particularly in those with tightly curled hair, and emphasizes management through protective hair care regimens rather than traditional prescription therapies.

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