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    Glossary Hair Disorders

    range of issues affecting hair growth, texture, or scalp health

    Hair disorders, also known as hair conditions or hair diseases, encompass a range of issues affecting the hair and scalp. These can include alopecia (hair loss), dandruff, scalp infections, and structural hair abnormalities. They can be caused by genetic factors, hormonal imbalances, nutritional deficiencies, or underlying medical conditions, and often require a multidisciplinary approach for diagnosis and treatment.

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    1. Alopecia Areata autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss
    2. Castor oil Thick plant oil used in hair care
    3. Biotin B vitamin, often sold as a hair supplement
    4. Cyproterone a synthetic anti-androgen and weak progestogen that inhibits DHT binding to androgen receptor
    5. Valproic acid Anti-seizure and mood-stabilising drug