The Sign of Hertoghe (Queen Anne’s Sign): Loss of the Outer Eyebrows
The Sign of Hertoghe, also known as Queen Anne’s sign, refers to the thinning or loss of the lateral third of the eyebrows. Although once…
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Uneven Hairlines: Causes, Treatment, and Management
Introduction: An uneven hairline refers to a condition where the hairline lacks symmetry across the forehead or scalp, giving a visually unbalanced appearance. Hairlines naturally…
An overview on trichotillomania and the need to pluck hair
Trichotillomania (TTM), also known as hair-pulling disorder, is a condition that compels people to pull out their hair. This behavior can result in significant hair…
Understanding Exclamation Mark Hair: Causes, Implications, and Associated Disorders
In the realm of dermatology, the term “exclamation mark hair” sometimes arises in discussions concerning some hair disorders. This distinctive phenomenon presents as short, broken…
Emerging Treatments for Trichotillomania: A Look at Habit Reversal Therapy and Pharmacological Interventions
Trichotillomania (TTM), colloquially known as a hair-pulling disorder, is a body-focused repetitive behavior (BFRB) characterized by an irresistible urge to pull out one’s hair, resulting…
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 of distinct yet interconnected behaviors…
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 population. Despite being grouped with…
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 identified in 1889 by Dr.…
An overview of the consultation and diagnosis process for hair disorders
Hair disorders represent a complex medical field, with several hundred types and subtypes of recognized conditions. As our understanding of genetics and hair follicle biology…