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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 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.

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.

research Medical and Surgical Therapies for Alopecias in Black Women

105 citations, April 2004 in “Dermatologic Therapy”

The document concludes that proper diagnosis and a combination of medical, hair-care, and surgical treatments are important for managing alopecia in black women.

research Hair Loss: Is There a Relationship with Hair Care Practices in Nigeria?

57 citations, September 2005 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

Frequent use of chemical hair relaxants is linked to increased scarring hair loss in Nigerian women.

research Extensive Traction Alopecia Attributable to Ponytail Hairstyle and Its Treatment with Hair Transplantation

44 citations, July 2005 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery”

Hair transplantation successfully treated a woman's hair loss caused by a tight ponytail.

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community When you're balding is it an absolute traumatic period of your life or do some people not care as much?

in Chat 89 upvotes 3 months ago

Balding can be traumatic for many, affecting self-esteem and social interactions, while others accept it more easily. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841.

community Hair journey since august, help!

in Is this regrowth? 7 upvotes 2 days ago

The conversation is about hair loss and treatments, with suggestions to use finasteride or dutasteride as DHT blockers and minoxidil for regrowth. Oils and shampoos are considered ineffective for androgenic alopecia without these medications.

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