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Glossary Eyelash Trichomegaly

abnormal growth of unusually long, thick, or numerous eyelashes

Eyelash Trichomegaly, also known as Eyelash Hypertrichosis, is a condition characterized by the abnormal growth of eyelashes, resulting in them being unusually long, thick, or numerous. This can be congenital or acquired and may be associated with certain medications, systemic diseases, or genetic disorders.

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research Eyelash trichomegaly: review of congenital, acquired, and drug‐associated etiologies for elongation of the eyelashes

24 citations , May 2012 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

This review discusses the various causes and associations of eyelash trichomegaly, including congenital syndromes, acquired conditions, and drug effects, without reporting new clinical results.

Madarosis, Milphosis, Eyelash Trichomegaly, and Dermatochalasis: Conditions Affecting the Periocular Area

research Madarosis, milphosis, eyelash trichomegaly, and dermatochalasis

10 citations , February 2015 in “Clinics in Dermatology”

This article discusses various periocular conditions like madarosis, milphosis, trichomegaly, and dermatochalasis, and highlights their potential link to underlying local and systemic diseases, but reports no new clinical findings.

research Eyelash Trichomegaly: A Rare Presenting Feature of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus.

4 citations , January 2017 in “PubMed”

This report describes a rare case of acquired eyelash trichomegaly in a 16-year-old female with systemic lupus erythematosus, accompanied by diffuse hair loss and "lupus hairs" on the scalp.

research Eyelash trichomegaly: Report of a case following diffuse hair loss associated with transient malnutrition

4 citations , July 2013 in “Journal of dermatology”

Malnutrition can cause unusual eyelash growth and hair loss.

research Eyelash trichomegaly complicating pembrolizumab for colorectal cancer

2 citations , January 2025 in “Journal of Oncology Pharmacy Practice”

This case study reports a rare instance of pembrolizumab-induced eyelash trichomegaly in a 63-year-old male patient, highlighting the importance for clinicians to be aware of such uncommon adverse effects to manage patient treatment effectively.

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community Pleasant surprise Eyebrow and eyelash gains

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The user experienced significant eyebrow and eyelash growth after starting a hair loss treatment routine that includes oral minoxidil, oral dutasteride, topical minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, microneedling, and supplements. They also reported positive scalp hair gains and no significant side effects.

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a synthetic prostamide used to treat eyelashes also shows promise for stimulating hair growth on scalp

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