Trichotillomania, when does it happen and what does it look like?
Trichotillomania, a condition characterized by the irresistible urge to pull out hair, is a complex disorder that involves a series…
Category: Other Alopecias
N-Acetyl-Cysteine as a Potential Therapeutic Agent in Trichotillomania
Trichotillomania (TTM), also known as hair-pulling disorder, is a relatively common condition that affects roughly 0.5% to 2.0% of the…
A Historical Overview of Traction Alopecia: From Cultural Practices to Modern Understanding
Traction alopecia (TA) is a form of hair loss primarily caused by prolonged and excessive tension or pull on the…
An Overview of Traction Alopecia: Worldwide Distribution and Relationship to Cultural Hairstyling Practices
Traction Alopecia (TA) is a common form of hair loss globally, though the prevalence varies significantly across different regions, populations,…
Insect-Induced Alopecia: A Study of Tick, Ant and Bee Incidents
Hair loss or alopecia is a common dermatological problem with diverse etiologies, including genetic, hormonal, nutritional, and immune disorders. However,…
Understanding trichotillomania, a compulsive need to pull hair
Trichotillomania is a mental health disorder that causes people to have an irresistible urge to pull out their hair. First…