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Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Comma hair; Pelade Hair

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0.2-0.7 cm short hair with trichorrhexis-like split free ends tapering towards the follicle. These hairs occur individually or in small groups in the peripheral areas or in the middle of active and progressive Alopecia areata foci. They are an important sign for the diagnosis "Alopecia areata".

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer