TLDR Trichotemnomania causes hair loss due to compulsive hair cutting or shaving.
The document described a case report of a 28-year-old woman who experienced complete hair loss on her scalp, which began with round bald patches and progressed to the loss of eyebrow, axillary, and pubic hair. This case was significant for hair restoration surgeons as it highlighted the condition of trichotemnomania, a rare disorder characterized by compulsive hair cutting or shaving, leading to hair loss. The report aimed to provide insights into the diagnosis and management of such cases within the field of scalp dermatology.
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