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Whisker hair--an update

O T Norwood

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    |June 1, 1981
    PubMed
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    Whisker hair, a unique hair type found near the ears in young individuals, may indicate a predisposition to severe androgenic alopecia. This condition

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    Area of Science:

    • Dermatology
    • Trichology

    Background:

    • Androgenic alopecia (male-pattern baldness) is a common condition.
    • Early indicators of hair loss are of significant interest.

    Observation:

    • A specific type of hair, termed 'whisker hair,' is observed.
    • This hair is short, curly, and dark, located anterior to, above, and behind the ears.
    • It appears in young individuals who later develop severe androgenic alopecia.

    Findings:

    • Whisker hair's proximity and resemblance to beard hair lead to its common name.
    • The study reviews previously reported cases of whisker hair.
    • A hypothesis regarding the eventual fate of whisker hair is presented.

    Implications:

    • Whisker hair may serve as a potential early clinical sign for androgenic alopecia.
    • Understanding its development could offer insights into hair follicle biology.
    • Further research is warranted to confirm the proposed hypothesis.