Tractional Alopecia

August 2023 in “ Portuguese journal of dermatology and venereology ”

Miguel Mansilla‐Polo, Begoña Escutia‐Muñoz, Rafael Botella‐Estrada

tractional alopecia hair loss hairstyling practices hair care routines

TLDR Changing hairstyles can prevent hair loss caused by tension.

The document discusses a case of a 28-year-old woman experiencing hair loss for at least 10 years, identified as tractional alopecia. The patient had no significant medical history or identifiable triggers for her condition. Tractional alopecia is a form of hair loss caused by prolonged tension on the hair, often due to certain hairstyles. The case highlights the importance of recognizing hairstyling practices as potential contributors to hair loss and suggests that early intervention and changes in hair care routines can help prevent further progression of the condition.

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