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GlossaryTrichorrhexis Nodosa

hair shaft disorder causing weak points and easy breakage

Trichorrhexis Nodosa is a hair shaft disorder characterized by the presence of weak points or nodes along the hair strand, leading to easy breakage and split ends. This condition can be caused by genetic factors, physical or chemical trauma to the hair, or underlying medical issues, and it often results in hair that appears frayed or uneven.

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research Arginosuccinic Aciduria in a 4-Year-Old Girl: Neurological Symptoms and Hair Abnormalities

10 citations, May 1974 in “American journal of diseases of children”

The girl had a rare disorder causing mental and physical symptoms, with weak hair and unclear neurological issues.

research Scalp Dermoscopy or Trichoscopy

69 citations, January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology”

Trichoscopy is a quick, noninvasive method to diagnose hair and scalp disorders, often reducing the need for biopsies.

research Trichoscopy and Trichogram: Diagnostic Methods for Hair and Scalp Disorders

May 2017 in “InTech eBooks”

Trichoscopy and trichogram are useful for diagnosing hair and scalp conditions.

research Netherton's Syndrome: A Syndrome of Elevated IgE and Characteristic Skin and Hair Findings

124 citations, January 1995 in “The journal of allergy and clinical immunology/Journal of allergy and clinical immunology/The journal of allergy and clinical immunology”

Netherton's syndrome is linked to high IgE levels and unique skin and hair symptoms, and may improve with ammonium lactate lotion and allergy management.

research Trichorrhexis Nodosa: Study on Hair Involvement and Trauma

40 citations, November 1966 in “Archives of Dermatology”

Trichorrhexis nodosa is mainly caused by hair trauma and improves with gentler hair care.

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community Does low HGH leading to hairloss?

in Research/Science 12 upvotes 10 months ago

The user experiencing diffuse hair loss is using various treatments including RU58841, finasteride, minoxidil with tretinoin, anti-hair loss shampoo, and microneedling, and is considering adding peptides TB500, BPC157, and GHK-Cu. They have low growth hormone levels and are questioning its impact on hair loss, while another user suggests androgenic alopecia and androgens are likely the main cause of hair loss.