Hair Disorders and Diseases

Question 1

Androgenic alopecia

Answer 1

hair loss characterized by terminal hair miniaturization and a shortened anagen phase. It can affect anyone and is caused by genetics, age, or hormonal changes

Question 2

Postpartum alopecia

Answer 2

Most people experience temporary hair loss one to five months after delivery.

Typically, the cycles regulate within six to 12 months.

Question 3

Minoxidil

Answer 3

a topical medication applied to the scalp. It has been proven to stimulate hair growth and comes in two different strengths: 2 percent minoxidil and 5 percent minoxidl

Question 4

Finasteride

Answer 4

oral prescription medication. Finasteride is more effective and convenient to take than minoxidil. However, it may have negative side effects, including birth defects in a male fetus

Question 5

Canities

Answer 5

the technical term for gray or white hair

Question 6

Ringed hair

Answer 6

a variety of canities characterized by alternating bands of gray and pigmented hair throughout the length of the hair strand.

Question 7

Hirsuties

Answer 7

the growth of terminal hair on a woman’s body in areas that typically do not have terminal hair, such as the upper lip (mustache area), chin and cheeks (beard area), and chest.

Question 8

Hypertrichosis

Answer 8

a condition in which hair grows longer or thicker than usual

Question 9

Trichoptilosis

Answer 9

the technical term for split ends

Question 10

Trichorrhexis nodosa

Answer 10

the technical term for knotted hair. It is characterized by brittleness and the formation of nodular swellings along the hair shaft. When in this state, hair breaks easily, and the broken fibers spread out like a brush along the hair shaft.

Question 11

Monilethrix

Answer 11

the technical term for beaded hair. The hair has a beaded appearance due to narrowing of the hair shaft. The hair is brittle and breaks easily

Question 12

Fragilitas crinium

Answer 12

the technical term for brittle hair. The hairs may split or break at any part of the hair strand. Causes include excessive exposure to UV rays, mechanical and chemical abuse, and pulling the hair tightly into braids or ponytails.

Question 13

Pityriasis

Answer 13

the technical term for dandruff, which is characterized by the excessive production and shedding of skin cells

Question 14

malassezia

Answer 14

naturally occurring fungus that is present on all human skin; fungus that causes visibly shed skin cells, or dandruff, that can sit on the scalp and create dryness, itchiness, and discomfort
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Question 15

Pityriasis capitis simplex

Answer 15

the technical term for classic dandruff characterized by scalp irritation, large flakes, and an itchy scalp.

Question 16

Pityriasis steatoides

Answer 16

a more severe case of dandruff characterized by an accumulation of greasy or waxy scales, mixed with sebum, that stick to the scalp in crusts. Infants with this condition are referred to as having cradle cap.

Question 17

Tinea

Answer 17

the technical term for ringworm. Symptoms of tinea include itching, scales, and sometimes painful, circular lesions.

Question 18

Is tinea contagous?

Answer 18

All forms of tinea are contagious and can be easily transmitted from one person to another. Infected skin and hair as well as unclean bathtubs, swimming pools, and personal articles are transmission sources.

Question 19

Tinea capitis

Answer 19

a fungal scalp infection known as ringworm of the scalp. The term ringworm is used due to the circular shape of the lesion. It is characterized by red spots at the opening of the hair follicles

Question 20

Tinea barbae

Answer 20

caused by the dermatophyte fungus. It primarily affects the beard and mustache areas of the face. It is similar to tinea capitis in appearance, and the skin may be very inflamed

Question 21

Tinea favosa

Answer 21

also known as tinea favus or honeycomb ringworm, is characterized by dry yellow crusts on the scalp called scutula

Question 22

scutula

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dry, sulfur-yellow crusts on the scalp in tinea favosa or tinea favus; has distinctive odor

Question 23

Scabies

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a highly contagious condition caused by mites called Sarcoptes scabiei that lay eggs inside the skin. Scabies symptoms include intense itching and a rash that may have blisters and bumps that resemble acne.

Question 24

Pediculosis capitis

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an infestation of the hair and scalp with head lice

Question 25

furuncle

Answer 25

the technical term for a boil. It is an infection of the tissue surrounding a hair follicle

Question 26

Carbuncles

Answer 26

are boils that form in a cluster. They are caused by staphylococci and extend into the subcutaneous tissue.

Question 27

Folliculitis

Answer 27

inflammation or infection of the hair follicles. It presents as small red bumps or white-headed pimples around one or more follicles