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Scalp Disorders & Trichology Flashcards

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  1. A client presents with round, smooth bald patches on the scalp with no inflammation. This condition is most likely:

    Answer: Alopecia areata

    Alopecia areata is an autoimmune condition that causes round, smooth, non-inflammatory bald patches on the scalp.

  2. Which layer of the hair shaft contains the pigment (melanin) that gives hair its color?

    Answer: Cortex

    Melanin pigment is located in the cortex, the middle layer of the hair shaft.

  3. Pityriasis steatoides is a severe form of dandruff characterized by:

    Answer: Greasy, yellow scales adhering to the scalp

    Pityriasis steatoides (waxy dandruff) is characterized by greasy, yellowish scales that stick to the scalp and hair.

  4. What is the medical term for split ends on the hair shaft?

    Answer: Trichoptilosis

    Trichoptilosis is the technical term for split ends, where the hair shaft splits longitudinally.

  5. A scalp condition caused by a fungal infection and characterized by scaly, ring-shaped lesions is called:

    Answer: Tinea capitis

    Tinea capitis is a fungal (ringworm) infection of the scalp producing ring-shaped, scaly lesions.

  6. The anagen phase of the hair growth cycle is best described as:

    Answer: The active growth phase where new hair is produced

    Anagen is the active growth phase, lasting 2–7 years, during which the hair follicle actively produces new hair.

  7. Which sebaceous gland secretion helps condition the scalp and hair naturally?

    Answer: Sebum

    Sebum is the oily secretion of sebaceous glands that lubricates and conditions the scalp and hair shaft.