Hair disease

Hair Disease

Hair disease (pronunciation: /hɛər dɪˈziːz/) refers to a broad category of conditions that affect the hair follicles, hair shaft, or scalp. These conditions can lead to hair loss, changes in hair texture, or other hair-related abnormalities.

Etymology

The term "hair disease" is derived from the Old English hǣr for "hair" and the Latin disease which means "lack of ease".

Types of Hair Diseases

There are several types of hair diseases, including:

Alopecia (pronunciation: /ˌæləˈpiːʃə/): This is a condition characterized by hair loss from some or all areas of the body. It can be caused by a variety of factors, including genetics, hormonal changes, or autoimmune disorders.

Trichotillomania (pronunciation: /ˌtrɪkəˌtɪləˈmeɪniə/): This is a mental disorder that involves recurrent, irresistible urges to pull out hair from your scalp, eyebrows or other areas of your body, despite trying to stop.

Tinea Capitis (pronunciation: /ˈtiːnɪə kəˈpɪtɪs/): Also known as ringworm of the scalp, this is a fungal infection that primarily affects children.

Telogen Effluvium (pronunciation: /tɪˈloʊdʒən ɪˈflʊviəm/): This is a temporary hair loss condition that usually happens after stress, a shock, or a traumatic event.

Related Terms

Hair Follicle: The part of the skin which grows a hair by packing old cells together.

Scalp: The skin that covers the top of the head.

Dermatology: The branch of medicine dealing with the skin, nails, hair and its diseases.

Autoimmune Disease: A condition in which your immune system mistakenly attacks your body.

External links

Medical encyclopedia article on Hair disease
Wikipedia's article - Hair disease

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