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A discussion on harmful hair disease (Alopecia Areata)

posted by Michel Waugh, 07.06.2007, 08:05

In my last forum posting I have written about the various hair diseases and alopecia problems which can be dangerous for our hair. I am discussing some of treatments for the alopecia problems.

1. Trichorrhexis Nodosa-

Trichorrhexis nodosa is a main shortcoming in the hair fiber. When observed under microscope a large number of fraying and swelling nodes are manifesting in particular spots along the length of the hair fiber. Proximal trichorrhexis nodosa is the most severe and most often occurs in Afro-Caribbean people.

2. Loose Anagen Syndrome
This is a condition that has been defined very recently and it generally affects the children. it is generally diagnosed in young children and is more likely to occur in girls than boys. The hair fibers on the scalp are generally thin, especially at the back of the scalp.

3. Trichotillomania
It is a condition in which the affected individual plucks or pulls out their own hair. Often, the pulling of scalp hair leads to bald patches.

4. Alopecia areata
This is the skin disease most often begins from childhood itself which can be psychologically devastating.

5. Telogen effluvium
A major alopecia cause Telogen effluvium (TE) is one of the most prominent alopecia causes. But it is a poorly defined condition and very little research has been done to understand this major hair disease.Telogen Effluvium is an abnormal loss of hair which is due to the alteration of the normal hair growth cycle. The alteration of the normal hair cycle can be due to various factors.

These are some common diseases which destroy the hair. If anybody has the question related to hair Please let me know.


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