Synonym(s)
bundle hairs; Group hair formation; tufted hairs
DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
Several hair shafts emerge in clusters from a follicle opening.
EtiopathogenesisThis section has been translated automatically.
- Destruction of follicles, e.g. in the case of folliculitis decalvans, favus, etc.
- Naevoid, atavistic malformation (extremely rare): nevoid tufts of hair in the context of epiermal nevi.
- Pili (gemini) multigemini is a random finding that can occur in body parts that are frequently shaved.
TherapyThis section has been translated automatically.
Treatment of the underlying disease.
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Acne keloidalis nuchae; Bundle hairs; Folliculitis decalvans; Group hair formation; Lichen planus follicularis capillitii;Disclaimer
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