There are quite a few characteristics associated with Trichotillomania. At the core, this condition consists of the repetitive pulling of one’s hair. The scalp is the most common hair pulling site, however other areas include eyelashes, eyebrows, pubic hair, body hair and facial hair. (1) Fingers, tweezers, pins or other
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With the prevalence of pattern baldness, hair loss is a reasonably common phenomenon. Moreover many of the current hair restoration options as well as ongoing research is targeted to those with male, and sometimes female, pattern baldness. Despite this there are countless reasons for hair loss including congenital disorders. Monilethrix,
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Trichotillomania (TTM) is a behavioural (impulse control) disorder that involves repetitive hair pulling, resulting in hair loss.(1) TTM most often begins in the preadolescent-adolescent years with the mean age of onset being 9-13 years.(2) In this age group, it is more common among females (70-93%).(2) However, TTM can also occur
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The hair follicle is described as an immune-privileged site, meaning hair growth is recognized as normal by the immune system (1,2). Strategies such as the use of “no danger signals” communicate that the hair follicle should be left exempt from an immune attack (3,4). Unfortunately, these signals can be shut
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Of recent popular discussion has been the suggestion that essential amino acids can be used to either prevent, or correct hair loss. Thus if you are looking for a natural and un-invasive remedy, essential amino acids might sound like the perfect plan. But is this treatment effective and how does
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