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Did you know that you may experience hair loss problem due to some hairstyles you prefer? Until this time; We have discussed many times that genetic transmission, dietary habits, vitamin deficiency, systematic diseases, stress can lead to hair loss. However, we did not talk much about the fact that tightly gathered hair can trigger permanent hair loss in the long run. Although traction alopecia is not a term we come across often, I think many women are familiar with the causes that lead to it. Trying tight and tight hairstyles to reveal facial features can cause hair loss. See how tight hairstyles are frequently used by women who want to achieve a slanted appearance in the eyebrow and eye area. Here, let's get to know traction alopecia closely!
What is Traction Alopecia?
Traction alopecia ; A term used to express hair loss due to stretching, pulling or high heat. Frequent repetition or habituation of behaviors that put pressure on the hair shaft and scalp may result in permanent hair loss in the long term. The earlier this condition, called traction alopecia , is noticed, the more likely it is to save hair.
What Causes Traction Alopecia?
We can list the situations that can cause permanent hair loss in the front hairline and sides as follows:
- Tight collection of hair
- Tight knobs
- Tight braids
- Hair bands
- Buckles
- Curler use
- Vigorous brushing or combing of hair
- High temperature hair styling devices
Don't panic just by skimming the list. We cannot say that any of these substances alone causes hair loss. The most critical detail here is how long or how often the hair and scalp are stretched. Doing a bun or braiding your hair once in a while does not mean that your hair will fall out permanently.
How is Traction Alopecia Diagnosed?
Trichoscopy and dermoscopy methods are used in the diagnosis of traction alopecia . Trichoscopy ; means the examination of the hair and scalp with a dermatoscope . Trichoscopy androgenetic It is a frequently used diagnostic method in the diagnosis of alopecia . In the diagnosis of traction alopecia ; Dermoscopy method , which is used in the diagnosis of hair and scalp diseases, can also be applied.
Is Traction Alopecia Treatment Possible?
Alopecia is diagnosed as a result of dermatological examination findings , the basic treatment approach is; It is to eliminate the elements and behaviors that put pressure on the scalp and hair. So the solution to this problem is; is to change the hairstyle. For those who say that the treatment should not be so simple, we can make a list as follows:
- Avoiding tying or curling hair while going to bed at night
- Saying goodbye to tight braids, buns, ponytails
- Avoiding hair straightening products
- Avoiding harsh combing or brushing the hair
- Avoid pulling and pressing hair with accessories such as hairpins and headbands.
Intervention is Important in Traction Alopecia
If we do not want the hair follicles to be permanently damaged and hair loss to become permanent, we should take care to take early precautions. Wrong habits that we persist in hair style or care can cause irreversible hair loss. At this point, there is only one solution option left; that's a hair transplant!
Hair Transplantation for Traction Alopecia
Traction predominantly affecting the front hairline If alopecia type hair loss has become permanent, the best option to solve this problem aesthetically is hair transplantation. With hair transplantation, bald spots can be closed skillfully.
