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Water-slide alopecia.

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  • 1Department of Dermatology, University of Cincinnati, College of Medicine, PO Box 670592, Cincinnati, OH 45267-0592, USA.

Cutis
|May 31, 2001
PubMed
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Friction from water slides can cause hair loss. This case highlights friction as a potential cause for well-defined patches of hair loss, especially after recreational activities.

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Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Trichology

Background:

  • Hair loss, or alopecia, can have numerous causes, ranging from genetic factors to medical conditions.
  • Differential diagnosis of alopecia requires considering various physical and environmental factors.

Observation:

  • A young adult male presented with significant, symmetrical hair loss on his calves.
  • The patient reported recent attendance at a water-slide amusement park.

Findings:

  • The hair loss was attributed to repeated frictional trauma between the legs and the water slide.
  • This suggests a direct correlation between mechanical friction and the development of alopecia.

Implications:

  • Frictional alopecia should be considered in cases of well-defined hair loss patches.
  • Recreational activities involving repetitive friction may lead to temporary or permanent hair loss.