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Trichotillomania.

Martin J O'Sullivan¹, H Paul Redmond¹

¹Academic Department of Surgery,National University of Ireland,Cork and Cork University Hospital,Cork,Ireland.

Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine

|November 17, 2018

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Trichotillomania, a hair-pulling disorder, can lead to trichobezoars, often requiring surgery. This review explores its definition, diagnosis, and current treatment options for this uncommon condition.

Area of Science:

Psychiatry
Gastroenterology

Background:

Trichotillomania is an uncommon disorder characterized by compulsive hair pulling.
It classically affects young females and can lead to trichobezoar formation.

Purpose of the Study:

To provide a comprehensive review of trichotillomania.
To discuss its presentation, prevalence, diagnostic challenges, and treatment.

Main Methods:

Literature search using PubMed for 'trichotillomania'.
Review of relevant papers and their references.

Main Results:

Trichotillomania definition, presentation, and prevalence are discussed.
Diagnostic dilemmas, including differential diagnosis and MRI findings, are examined.

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Current treatment options are reviewed.

Conclusions:

Trichotillomania is a complex disorder with significant diagnostic and management considerations.
While often surgically managed, trichobezoars can rarely be fatal.
Further research into diagnostic uncertainties and treatment efficacy is warranted.