Hair loss 1
hair loss characterized by terminal hair miniaturization
What is androgenic alopecia
oral prescription hair growth medicine that is only for men
What is finasteride
technical term for gray hair
What is Canities
the only way to remove split ends
What is cut them off
more severe case of dandruff characterized by an accumulation of greasy or waxy scales
What is pityriasis steatoides
an autoimmune disorder that attacks the hair follicles
What is alopecia areata
________ including testosterone, affect the dermal papilla and production of keratinocytes, which leads to hair follicle miniaturization and affects hair growth.
What is androgens
a result of aging and genetics
What is acquired canities
technical term for knotted hair characterized by brittleness and the formation of nodular swellings along the hair shaft
What is trichorrhexis nodosa
Symptoms include intense itching and a rash that may have blisters and bumps that resemble acne.
What is Scabies
loss of terminal scalp hair
What is alopecia totalis
the most common permanent hair replacement technique
What is hair transplant
alternating bands of gray and colored hair throughout a hair strand
What is ringed hair
technical term for beaded hair
What is monilethrix
The technical term for a boil.
What is a furnucle
loss of terminal hair on the body and scalp
What is alopecia universalis
non-medical options to counter hair loss
What is wigs, toupees, hair weavings and hair extensions
hair that grows longer and thicker than usual
What is hypertrichosis
hairs may split or break at any part of the hair strand
What is fragilitas crinium
Boils that form in a cluster. They are caused by staphylococci.
What are carbuncles
been proven to stimulate hair growth and comes in two different strengths
What is minoxidil
temporary hair loss after pregnancy
What is postpartum alopecia
technical term for split ends
What is trichoptilosis
technical term for classic dandruff characterized by scalp irritation, large flakes and an itchy scalp
What is pityriasis capitis simplex
Inflammation or infection of the hair follicles. It presents as small red bumps or white-headed pimples around one or more follicles.
What is folliculitis