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Uncombable hair syndrome ( UHS) is a rare structural anomaly of the hair with a variable degree of effect. It is characterized by hair that is silvery, dry, frizzy, wiry, and impossible to comb. [ 4] It was first reported in the early 20th century. [ 5] It typically becomes apparent between the ages of 3 months and 12 years. [ 6]
Loose anagen syndrome, also known as loose anagen hair syndrome, is a hair disorder related to dermatology. It is characterised by the easy and pain free detachment of anagen staged hairs from the scalp. [ 5][ 6][ 3] This hair condition can be spontaneous or genetically inherited. [ 6][ 7] Loose anagen syndrome is primarily described in fair ...
Cutis verticis gyrata is a medical condition usually associated with thickening of the scalp. [ 1] The condition is identified by excessive thickening of the soft tissues of the scalp and characterized by ridges and furrows, which give the scalp a cerebriform appearance. Clinically, the ridges are hard and cannot be flattened on applying pressure.
A good basic multivitamin can go a long way in encouraging hair growth, says Dr. Friedler. That’s because multis contain your mane needs: biotin, vitamins C and D, zinc, and iron. This one from ...
Trichophagia is a form of disordered eating in which persons with the disorder suck on, chew, swallow, or otherwise eat hair. [ 1] The term is derived from ancient Greek θρίξ, thrix ("hair") and φαγεῖν, phagein ("to eat"). [ 2] Tricho- phagy refers only to the chewing of hair, whereas tricho- phagia is ingestion of hair, but many ...
Manage stress: Stress interferes with cortisol levels, which can trigger hair loss. It could be an excellent time to take up yoga, meditation or deep breathing exercises to help manage stress and ...
Overdoing it with dry shampoo, over-washing your hair, and even over-coloring or chemically-processing it could contribute to hair or scalp pain on some level. “If there is an extreme buildup of ...
Canities subita, also called Marie Antoinette syndrome or Thomas More syndrome, is an alleged condition of hair turning white overnight due to stress or trauma. [1] The trivial names come from specific cases in history including that of Queen Marie Antoinette of France whose hair was noted as having turned stark white overnight after her capture following the ill-fated flight to Varennes ...