Chemical and metal induced effluvium: why some substances can make hair fall out
Losing between fifty and a hundred hairs a day is a normal part of the scalp hair growth cycle. However, when the rate of shedding…
Tag: Hair Cycle
Investigating the Link between Vaccination and Hair Loss: Focus on Telogen Effluvium and Beyond
Vaccinations have long been recognized as essential public health tools that reduce the burden of infectious diseases worldwide. With the rapid development and widespread administration…
The Hair Pull Test – A Guide to Measuring Hair Shedding and Follicle Health
When it comes to evaluating hair loss, one of the simplest clinical procedures a dermatologist may use is the hair pull test. Despite its straightforward…
The Enduring Myth of Hair Growth Stimulated by Shaving: A Historical Perspective
Introduction: For centuries, the myth that shaving promotes hair growth has been a topic of both curiosity and scientific debate. This article delves into the…
Club Hairs: Insights into the Hair Growth Cycle and Scalp Health
Hair growth is a complex, cyclic process that involves several phases: anagen (growth phase), catagen (transitional phase), and telogen (resting phase). Club hairs are a…
Androgenetic Alopecia: Hair Cycle Changes in Men and Women
Introduction: Androgenetic alopecia (AGA), commonly known as pattern hair loss, is a complex condition affecting millions worldwide, characterized by progressive hair thinning and loss in…
Debunking the Myth: Does Shaving Stimulate Hair Growth?
Introduction: The act of shaving, a routine practice for many, has long been associated with various myths concerning its impact on hair growth. One of…
Do humans have episodes of seasonal hair shedding
The enigma of human evolution is characterized by the reduction of body hair, with thick hair persisting primarily on the scalp, axilla, pubic region, and…
Why do I have multiple hairs growing from the same opening in my skin?
Introduction The emergence of more than one hair fiber from a single follicular opening in the skin is a phenomenon that garners significant interest in…