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Glossary Trichomegaly

abnormal elongation or excessive growth of eyelashes

Trichomegaly refers to the abnormal elongation or excessive growth of eyelashes. This condition can be congenital or acquired and may be associated with various underlying medical conditions, such as certain genetic disorders, or as a side effect of medications like prostaglandin analogs used in glaucoma treatment.

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research Trichomegaly of the eyelashes following treatment with cetuximab

78 citations , June 2005 in “Annals of oncology”

This case study reported that a 74-year-old woman with metastatic rectal cancer experienced temporary trichomegaly, or eyelash lengthening, associated with cetuximab treatment, which resolved after discontinuation of the drug.

research Acquired trichomegaly with topiramate

24 citations , July 2005 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

In this case report, the authors suggest that topiramate, used for treating bipolar disorder, may cause trichomegaly, or excessive eyelash growth, in patients.

research Trichomegaly in a 3-Year-Old Girl with Alopecia Areata

15 citations , March 2009 in “Pediatric dermatology”

This case report documents a novel occurrence of bilateral trichomegaly with alopecia areata in a healthy 3-year-old girl, without known underlying health conditions or medication use.

research Trichomegaly of the Eyelashes After Treatment with Erlotinib in Non-small Cell Lung Cancer

12 citations , November 2006 in “Journal of thoracic oncology”

This case report describes a patient with non-small cell lung cancer who experienced trichomegaly (excessive eyelash growth) as a side effect of erlotinib treatment without developing typical skin rash.

research Hypertrichosis, trichomegaly, and androgenic alopecia related to cetuximab treatment

3 citations , August 2019 in “Journal of Cancer Research and Therapeutics”

This case report describes an unusual combination of hypertrichosis, androgenic alopecia, and trichomegaly in a patient with metastatic colon adenocarcinoma treated with cetuximab, with no adrenal or hormonal abnormalities detected.

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community Trichoscopy. 5 month difference. Picture of my sink after applying sea salt spray

5 upvotes 2 years ago

The user is using minoxidil and finasteride to treat hair loss and is concerned about shedding and potential aggressive hair loss. They noticed some regrowth in trichoscopy pictures but are unsure about real-life changes.

community trichoscopy: for those of you with microscopes

in Research/Science 7 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses using USB microscopes for scalp photos and provides a link to an overview of trichoscopy. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841.

community Bought a digital microscope and found some trichoscopic anomalies

29 upvotes 1 week ago

A user noticed irregularities on their scalp using a digital microscope and suspects scarring alopecia, despite using minoxidil and finasteride. Other users suggest seborrheic dermatitis as a possible cause and recommend treatments like ketoconazole shampoo, sulfur soap, selenium sulfide shampoo, and apple cider vinegar rinses.

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