Also known as baldness, traction alopecia is associated with a constant “pulling” of the hair strands
In addition to her powerful voice and hits that are heard all over the world, another striking feature of Ariana Grande is her hairstyle: a tight and tight ponytail, held high above her head. While it’s her most prominent hallmark, it could also be the cause of the disease she lives with: traction alopecia. Viviane Araújo, who has also used and abused ponytails, also suffers from the condition.
According to the Ministry of Health, alopecia (or baldness) is the absence, rarefaction (the hair becomes less numerous) or transient or permanent loss of hair or fur. The problem can occur locally, regionally, or globally.
Traction alopecia occurs when the person does hairstyles, such as tight braids and ponytails, for example, that force the hair root. In these cases, there may be irreversible damage when the follicle is damaged, warns dermatologist Gustavo Martins.
Again according to Gustavo, with the exception of hereditary hair loss, it is possible to prevent or delay alopecia. This is because it is enough to remove risk factors and introduce certain medications, when necessary, to reduce the chances of developing the condition. However, there are cases where only hair implants can be an aesthetic solution for baldness.
“In the specific case of traction alopecia, it is important that the patient follows all the accompanying doctor’s recommendations, which may involve medication and also ‘rest’ for the scalp,” she says.
Source: Terra
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