Trichodaganomania: A Curious Habit

The article discusses a rare psychodermatological condition called trichodaganomania, characterized by compulsive hair biting. It presents a case of a 62-year-old male who bites his mustache when bored, leading to patchy hair loss. Unlike other hair-related compulsive disorders, this condition does not involve hair pulling or cutting. The patient was counseled on habit-reversal techniques and treated with placebo, highlighting the need for a multifaceted approach involving psychological and dermatological interventions. The article suggests that selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors combined with behavioral therapy are standard treatments, but vigilant follow-up is necessary due to high relapse rates.