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    GlossaryFollicular Streamers

    remnants of hair follicles left in the skin post-shedding

    Follicular streamers are remnants of the lower portion of hair follicles that remain in the skin after a hair has been shed. These structures can be seen under a microscope and are often used in dermatological studies to understand hair growth cycles and diagnose certain hair disorders.

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