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    Glossary Follicular Ostia

    tiny openings on skin where hair emerges

    Follicular ostia are the tiny openings on the surface of the skin from which hair grows. These openings are essentially the visible part of hair follicles, and their presence and condition can be important indicators in diagnosing various scalp and hair disorders, such as alopecia.

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