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loss of outer skin layer, causing shallow open sores

Erosions refer to the loss of the outer layer of the skin, often resulting in shallow, open sores. In the context of dermatology and hair health, erosions can occur due to various conditions such as infections, autoimmune diseases, or physical trauma, and they may lead to complications like scarring or secondary infections if not properly managed.

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research Hair-Thread Tourniquet Syndrome in an Infant With Bony Erosion

43 citations , September 2006 in “Annals of Plastic Surgery”

A hair wrapped tightly around an infant's toe caused severe damage, requiring early removal and possibly surgery to prevent worse outcomes like amputation.

research Prevalence and Extrinsic Risk Factors for Dental Erosion in Adolescents

26 citations , January 2017 in “Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry”

Dental erosion is common in adolescents and is linked to diet and higher socioeconomic status.

research Serious Delayed Hair Toe Tourniquet Syndrome with Bone Erosion and Flexor Tendon Lesion

7 citations , January 2014 in “Case reports in pediatrics”

A baby's toe was severely damaged by a hair tourniquet, leading to bone and tendon damage, but improved after surgery and treatment.

research Tunable Keratin Hydrogels for Controlled Erosion and Growth Factor Delivery

106 citations , December 2015 in “Biomacromolecules”

Keratin hydrogels can be customized for better tissue healing.

research Alkylation of Human Hair Keratin for Tunable Hydrogel Erosion and Drug Delivery in Tissue Engineering Applications

75 citations , September 2015 in “Acta biomaterialia”

Alkylation of human hair keratin allows for adjustable drug release rates in hydrogels for medical use.

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community Anyone else got a folder on their phone full of scalp shots 😂

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People are sharing their experiences of keeping a hidden folder on their phones with photos documenting their hair loss. Some users discuss the emotional impact, while one mentions using dutasteride and oral minoxidil without noticeable change.