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    GlossaryTraumatic Alopecia

    hair loss caused by physical damage to hair follicles

    Traumatic Alopecia, also known as Traumatic Hair Loss, refers to hair loss resulting from physical damage to the hair shaft or follicle. This can be caused by excessive pulling, brushing, or styling practices such as tight braids, chemical treatments, or heat application. The condition can lead to temporary or permanent hair loss depending on the severity and duration of the trauma.

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      research Traumatic Alopecia

      40 citations, May 1999 in “International Journal of Dermatology”
      Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial to prevent permanent hair loss from scalp trauma.
      Alopecia in Women: A 2003 Review

      research Alopecia in Women: A 2003 Review

      18 citations, March 2003 in “PubMed”
      Hair loss in women can be due to abnormal hair growth cycles or damaged hair follicles, with the most common type being androgenetic alopecia; treatment varies by cause, and the psychological impact is significant.
      Headband Alopecia

      research Headband Alopecia

      2 citations, December 1995 in “Pediatrics”
      Infant hair loss is usually temporary and grows back without treatment.
      Traction Alopecia: The Root of the Problem

      research Traction Alopecia: The Root of the Problem

      60 citations, April 2018 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology”
      Tight hairstyles and chemical relaxers can cause hair loss known as traction alopecia.
      Biphasic Alopecia

      research Biphasic Alopecia

      April 2021 in “Annales de Dermatologie et de Vénéréologie - FMC”
      Biphasic alopecia often leads to permanent hair loss and its progression varies widely among individuals.
      Disorders of the Scalp and Hair

      research Disorders of the Scalp and Hair

      January 2018
      Different scalp and hair disorders are more common in certain ethnic groups, with the most common being androgenetic alopecia, which is treated with medications like minoxidil and finasteride.
      Differential Diagnosis of Hair Loss in Children

      research Differential Diagnosis of Hair Loss in Children

      30 citations, May 2004 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft”
      The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for children with hair loss to prevent permanent damage, although not all conditions can be effectively treated.
      Long Hair FUE and the Donor Area Preview

      research Long Hair FUE and the Donor Area Preview

      15 citations, September 2016 in “Hair transplant forum international”
      The "open punch" technique for hair transplantation can help reduce damage to hair grafts and may be especially useful for beginners and in cases with curly hair.
      Hair Loss in Children: Causes, Impact, and Management

      research Hair Loss in Children: Causes, Impact, and Management

      6 citations, October 1993 in “The journal of the Royal Society of Health”
      Children's hair loss has many causes and requires careful diagnosis and personalized treatment, including emotional support.
      The Use of the Juri Temporo-Parieto-Occipital Flap

      research The Use of the Juri Temporo-Parieto-Occipital Flap

      2 citations, May 2005 in “Seminars in Plastic Surgery”
      The Juri Temporo-Parieto-Occipital Flap is a good option for scalp reconstruction and hairline restoration with a natural look, despite some risk of necrosis and scarring.
      Disorders of the Hair and Nails

      research Disorders of the Hair and Nails

      1 citations, January 2013 in “Elsevier eBooks”
      The document reviews various hair and nail disorders, their causes, and treatments, emphasizing the need for proper diagnosis and the link between nail changes and systemic diseases.
      Alopecia

      research Alopecia

      January 2016 in “Springer eBooks”
      Cryotherapy may be an effective and simple treatment for mild hair loss with few side effects.
      Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia

      research Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia

      72 citations, July 2008 in “Dermatologic Therapy”
      CCCA is a scarring hair loss condition mainly in African descent women, possibly caused by genetics and hairstyling, treated with gentle hair care and medications.
      Tissue Expansion in Cicatricial Alopecia

      research Tissue Expansion in Cicatricial Alopecia

      14 citations, May 1987 in “Archives of Dermatology”
      Tissue expansion is an effective treatment for certain types of hair loss, providing immediate coverage with hair-bearing skin.
      Histopathologic Evaluation of Alopecias

      research Histopathologic Evaluation of Alopecias

      90 citations, June 2006 in “The American Journal of Dermatopathology”
      The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of different types of hair loss requires careful examination of hair and scalp tissue, considering both clinical and microscopic features.
      Elastic Tissue in Scars and Alopecia

      research Elastic Tissue in Scars and Alopecia

      80 citations, March 2000 in “Journal of cutaneous pathology”
      The VVG stain effectively differentiates scar tissue from normal skin and helps classify types of permanent alopecia.