Synonym(s)
Hair breakage; Hair brittleness; Trichoclasis
DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
Straight, cross or diagonal breaking of the hair. Assignment to Trichoptilosis, Trichorrhexis nodosa or bamboo hairs. Mixed forms are possible. Exclusion of trichothiodystrophy by polarisation microscopy and examination of the sulphur and cystine content of hair and nails.
EtiopathogenesisThis section has been translated automatically.
Mechanical and/or chemical damage. Also idiopathic genesis (Jacksoen-Sabouraud) is possible (rare occurrence).
Clinical featuresThis section has been translated automatically.
Hair breaks off in circular or oval areas just above the follicle. Stumps do not fall out. The course is shearwise.
TherapyThis section has been translated automatically.
In case of exogenous causes, avoid the hair cosmetic measures that trigger them. Avoid intervening hair cosmetic measures. Grease with e.g. olive oil, use mild shampoos (e.g. Ducray extra mild, Anatel).
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