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Before the hair loss, the scalp was itchy
Receding hairline
No new hair growth
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Front part of the hairline is moving back
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Content updated on Nov 2, 2022
What is trichotillomania?
A psychological disorder where a patient feels a strong, irresistible urge to pull out their hair. It can be caused by anxiety, stress, or simply as a habit built up over time.
Symptoms of trichotillomania
Hair loss
Area of bald skin with unclear edges
Questions your doctor may ask to check for trichotillomania
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose trichotillomania
Have you felt that you are losing more hair recently?
Is there a poorly demarcated area (fuzzy or unclear border) where the hair is missing?
Treatment for trichotillomania
This is primarily treated with behavioral therapy and redirecting the urge to pull hair. Medication may help in severe cases.
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References
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Henkel ED, Jaquez SD, Diaz LZ. Pediatric trichotillomania: Review of management. Pediatr Dermatol. 2019 Nov;36(6):803-807. doi: 10.1111/pde.13954. Epub 2019 Oct 6. PMID: 31588617.
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