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Most of us worry about hair loss at some point — it’s a pretty universal concern. But for some people, the fear of losing hair, or even encountering bald people, can trigger intense anxiety and distress. This fear is called peladophobia.
“Club hair” might sound like a type of hairstyle you put on before heading to a rave, but it’s actually the technical name for a natural part of your hair growth cycle.
Trichorrhexis nodosa is a common disorder of the hair shaft (the visible strands growing out of skin).
Retrograde alopecia is a form of hair loss characterized by the gradual thinning or recession of hair at the nape of the neck or the sides of the scalp.
Trichotillomania is a psychiatric condition characterized by an unrelenting urge to pull out hair, most often from the scalp.
Eczema is a common skin condition that causes discomfort for many people.
Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia (FFA) is a type of scarring hair loss that primarily affects the hairline on the scalp.
Can you get sunburn on your scalp? Absolutely.
According to the National Psoriasis Foundation, eight million Americans and 125 million people worldwide are affected by psoriasis.
Lichen planopilaris (LPP) is a skin disease that can lead to hair loss.
Itchy scalp is a common issue that can stem from dandruff, dry skin, allergic reactions to hair products, fungal infections like tinea capitis, or skin conditions like psoriasis or eczema.
Why is my scalp so dry? It’s probably the question that brought you here.
