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Uncombable hair syndrome (UHS) is a rare structural anomaly of the hair with a variable degree of effect. It is characterized by hair that is silvery, dry, frizzy, wiry, and impossible to comb. [4] It was first reported in the early 20th century. [5] It typically becomes apparent between the ages of 3 months and 12 years. [6]
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The two-time gold medalist, 21, spoke to InStyle this week about the hairstyle worn by women snowboarders, which features two pieces of hair sticking out from underneath their helmet. The goal is ...
The most common cause is androgenetic alopecia, also known as male pattern or female pattern hair loss due to the effects of dihydrotestosterone (DHT) on the hair follicles. A variety of factors may lead to this condition such as hormonal effects , age, diet, autoimmunity , emotional stress, physical stress, drug effects, genetics , or infections .
[9] [17] One day in 2012, at age 25, he fainted in the salon while doing highlights for a client's hair. [8] Later at a clinic, he found out he was HIV-positive . [ 7 ] He used the revelation to get clean from drug use and publicly shared his story, saying, "I want people to realize you're never too broken to be fixed."
Hirsutism is excessive body hair on parts of the body where hair is normally absent or minimal. The word is from early 17th century: from Latin hirsutus meaning "hairy". [2] It usually refers to a male pattern of hair growth in a female that may be a sign of a more serious medical condition, [3] especially if it develops well after puberty. [4]
Factors to consider when choosing hair loss products for women. Type of hair loss: First and foremost, Dr. Michelle Henry, a board-certified dermatologist, tells us the most important thing is to ...
In alopecia areata, a hair follicle is attacked by the immune system. T-cells swarm the roots, killing the follicle. This causes the hair to fall out and parts of the head to become bald. Alopecia areata is thought to be a systemic autoimmune disorder in which the body attacks its own anagen hair follicles and suppresses or stops hair growth. [22]