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Traction alopecia results from excessive pulling of the
hair, generally while braiding. This occurs very frequently
in African-American women due to the tight braiding of the
hair beginning in childhood. Ultimately, the pulling results
in permanent scarring of the hair follicle, which prevents
the hairs from regrowing. This condition can be prevented
and treated by loosening the hair braids. However, once
scarring has occurred, traction alopecia can only be reversed
by hair transplantation. |
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