research Trichotillomania: a good response to treatment with N-acetylcysteine
N-acetylcysteine effectively treats trichotillomania.
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research A childhood case of trichotillomania associated with body dysmorphic disorder and stigmatization due to outstanding red hair
A girl with red hair developed hair-pulling and body image disorders after being bullied for her hair color.
research Trichotillomania in children and adolescents: Review of the literature and case report
The document concludes that supportive home environments and addressing parent-child interactions can effectively treat trichotillomania in children.
research Cultural Trichotillomania: A Look at Eyebrow Loss in India
Cultural practices can influence trichotillomania, requiring culturally sensitive treatment.
research The Friar Tuck sign in trichotillomania
An 8-year-old boy with hair-pulling disorder had a bald patch that was confirmed not to be a fungal infection and was treated with therapy.
research Trichotillomania associated with a 25-hydroxy vitamin D deficiency: A case report
Vitamin D supplements may reduce hair-pulling in people with Trichotillomania.
research Itchy Hair – Trichoknesis: A Variant of Trichodynia or a New Entity?
The conclusion is that "trichoknesis" should be recognized as a separate condition from trichodynia, characterized by itching instead of pain.
research Fade haircut or something else?
The hair loss is likely due to a fade haircut.
research A case of familial trichomegaly with synophrys in association with loose anagen syndrome
A 17-year-old girl and her brothers have a rare hair condition with long eyelashes, thick eyebrows, and easily pluckable hair.
research Traumatic Alopecia in Trichotillomania: a Pathogenic Interpretation of Histologic Lesions in the Pilosebaceous Unit*
Skin biopsy can help diagnose hair loss from trichotillomania.
research A rare clinical image of hypertrichosis (Werewolf syndrome)
Hypertrichosis causes excessive hair growth and needs psychological support due to its impact on self-esteem.
research An unusual case of trichotillomania and trichophagia associated with authentic hair extension as seen in a young African-American female adult
A young woman developed a bowel obstruction from eating hair from her weave to relieve anxiety.
research Trichotillomania in Children
Children with trichotillomania often pull hair from their scalp, and parents may not notice; stress can trigger it, and asking detailed questions helps in diagnosis and treatment.
research Obsessive-compulsive disorder in dermatology
Skin doctors should recognize and treat conditions like hair-pulling and skin-picking early, often using therapy and medication, to help 50-70% of patients.
research Trichotillomania with trichotillophagia, Progressive Psychosis-Like Symptoms and Disinhibition, Following Suspected Frontal Traumatic Brain Injury: A Case Report
A brain injury can lead to compulsive hair-pulling and psychosis-like symptoms, needing comprehensive treatment.
research Trichoscopy in alopecia areata and trichotillomania
Trichoscopy can reliably distinguish between alopecia areata and trichotillomania.
research Childhood onset trichotillomania: a retrospective analysis of 78 cases visiting tertiary general hospital
Children with trichotillomania often pull hair from their scalp and may have other mental health issues.
research Extensive cicatricial alopecia in a patient with long‐term trichotillomania
Early treatment of hair-pulling disorder is crucial to prevent permanent hair loss and scarring.
research Psychotrichology: psychosomatic aspects of hair diseases
Hair diseases can have psychological effects and should be treated with a combination of psychosomatic care, therapy, and medication.
research Pathologic Quiz Case: Unexplained Hair Loss—1 Boy, 2 Cats, and 1 Dog
The boy had trichotillomania, causing hair loss, and treatment focused on habit reversal and support.
research Trichotillomania – therapeutic possibilities
Cognitive-behavioral therapy with habit reversal training is the most effective treatment for trichotillomania.
research Traumatic Alopecia (without Traction Alopecia)
Traumatic alopecia causes hair loss from pulling or rubbing, leading to broken hairs and changes in the scalp.
research Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for Treatment of Trichotillomania: Case Series
rTMS may help treat trichotillomania in some patients.
research Trichotillomania as a Manifestation of Dementia
Trichotillomania in dementia may be better treated with dopamine blockers like quetiapine than with SSRIs.
research Bridging the Gap between Dermatology and Psychiatry: A Review on Quality of Life in Trichotillomania and Special Considerations in Management
Trichotillomania requires combined dermatology and psychiatry care for better management and quality of life.
research 10-Year-Old Female with an Irregularly Shaped Patch of Hair Loss
The girl's hair loss is due to trichotillomania, which may improve with behavioral therapy or a combination of treatments.
research Trichotillomania with Giant Gastric Trichobezoar in a Female Child: A Case Report
An 11-year-old girl with a hair-pulling disorder had a hairball in her stomach and was treated with medication, therapy, and a team of doctors.
research Acquired trichomegaly with topiramate
A woman's eyelashes grew thicker and longer after taking topiramate, but returned to normal when she stopped the medication.
research Brief study of hypertrichosis
Hypertrichosis causes excessive hair growth and can be managed with treatments like laser, electrolysis, or new topical solutions.
research Differential diagnosis of trichotillomania by trichoscopy
Azathioprine may help with severe hair loss, a new topical treatment could counteract hair thinning, and trichoscopy can diagnose hair-pulling disorder effectively.