This is a type of hair loss caused by constant pulling or pressure on the hair follicle and can develop as a result of wearing certain types of wigs and other protective styles, making some Black women more prone to the condition.

Male pattern baldness, or androgenetic alopecia, typically occurs later in life as a result of changing hormone levels.

• Platelet Rich Plasma (Hair Restoration)
• Microneedling
• Hair Filler
• Mesotherapy
• Trichotest
• Hair Loss Products

• Increased testosterone levels
• Hormonal changes ( Low thyroid levels )
• Inflammation
• Blood circulation issues
• Nutritional deficiencies (Low levels of vitamins and minerals)
• Stress
• Pollution
• Genetics(Hereditary)
• Mechanical (Consistent pulling of hair from pony tails or braiding in women)
• Tight helmets, wearing headgears or caps that may cause traction
• Excessive use of hair styling creams or chemical treatments such as permanent hair straightening
• The habit of pulling out hair while stressed

Traction alopecia can affect men and women of all races. Certain races especially Africans are more prone to getting traction alopecia. The epidemiological studies have shown that traction alopecia is more prevalent in the people of African descent because of their traditions of putting hair in dreadlocks or braids.

Other cultures that experience traction alopecia in India include Sikh men and women who wear their hair in tight knots underneath the turban. In addition, gymnasts, military personnel, Caucasian ballerina wearing a tight bun for years are more prone to developing traction alopecia

It is often resolved within 3 to 6 months if it is caught and treated early. In severe cases, it can take as long as 1 year for a damaged scalp to regrow hair. When hair follicles are badly traumatized over a long period and scar tissue has formed , hair will not grow back by itself

1. Avoid combing hair while wet.
2. Avoid excessive heat while styling.
3. Wear loose comfortable hairstyle.
4. Cut the bad habits, Stress can’t always be mitigated, but bad habits can't be. Many of the things you do routinely might be contributing to your hair loss.
5. Consider these big ones, Not shampooing enough, but also shampooing too often. (Twice a week should suffice, with a specialized shampoo for thinning hair). Rinse and condition daily. Though Poor diet can also contribute to hair loss, You should consume a diet rich in oils, protein, and nutrients to nourish your body and scalp.
6. Lastly, as mentioned in the previous tip, smoking and alcohol both aggravate hair loss. While they might seem to calm stress, they in fact restrict the blood vessels, thus reducing circulation and blood flow to the follicles

How Do I Know If I Have This Condition?

If you being to experience unusual hair loss every day which is more than normal due to suspected hair styling then it is a sure sign of this condition. Also, if you notice hair loss in evident amounts coupled with inflammation of the scalp, blisters, redness of scalp, itching or physical tension then it may also indicate traction alopecia.

What Are The Clinical Features?

The clinical features of traction alopecia include – itchiness or redness of the scalp, inflammation, blistering, folliculitis, infection of the scalp, soreness, bumps on the scalp, scaling, headache etc.