Trichotillomania is a condition in which a person ingests hair. The frequency and severity of this behavior are usually unknown, and the cause remains unclear. Trichotillomania is an impulse disorder, similar to OCD. Trichotillomania sufferers must undergo an extensive physical examination to determine if the disorder is present. Approximately 5%20% of sufferers admit to ingesting hair. Trichotillomania affects both men and women, though women are more susceptible to it. Because men often hide the condition, they may seek treatment less frequently than women. Trichotillomania often first manifests during adolescence, but…
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