Hair Disorders and Conditions Quiz

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What is Canities commonly known as?

Gray hair (correct)

Dandruff

Hair shedding

Split ends

Which of the following indicates a normal hair shedding condition?

Clumps of hair falling out

Bald spots appearing

Total loss of terminal scalp hair

Regular daily shedding of individual strands (correct)

What causes Androgenic Alopecia?

Genetics, age, and hormonal changes (correct)

Viral infections

Excessive hair styling

Nutritional deficiencies

What condition is characterized by loss of all terminal scalp hair?

Alopecia totalis (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is an autoimmune disorder affecting hair follicles?

Alopecia areata (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of Alopecia Universalis?

10SS of terminal hair on the body and scalp (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true regarding Alopecia Areata?

It can occur in individuals of any age and ethnicity (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is an aspect of the effectiveness of hair loss medications?

Typically take 6-12 months to show results (B) Signup and view all the answers

What emotional impact is associated with hair loss?

Emotional distress in individuals (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which treatment may be suggested for non-medical solutions to hair loss?

Wigs or weaves from cosmetologists (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of congenital canities?

Conditions present since birth (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which hair disorder is characterized by the growth of terminal hair in areas typically lacking it for women?

Hirsuties (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which hair disorder involves hair growing longer or thicker than normal?

Hypertrichosis (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does trichoptilosis refer to?

Split ends (C) Signup and view all the answers

What condition is described as having knotted hair or swelling along the hair shaft?

Trichorhexis nodosa (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the technical term for brittle hair?

Fragilitas Crinium (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a cause of brittle hair?

Frequent shampooing (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic feature of pityriasis capitis simplex?

Large flakes (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common symptom of Scabies?

Itching and rash (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following treatments is recommended for brittle hair?

Conditioning or cutting above split ends (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which disease of the scalp is associated with Malassezia?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of Ringworm specifically affects the scalp?

Tinea Capitis (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which skin condition is described as having greasy or waxy scales mixed with sebum?

Seborrheic Dermatitis (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary means of transmission for Pediculosis Capitis?

Skin-to-skin contact (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is characterized by red and inflamed skin?

Seborrheic Dermatitis (A) Signup and view all the answers

What are furuncles commonly known as?

Boils (B) Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes a carbuncle?

Cluster of boils (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common presentation of folliculitis?

Small red bumps or white-headed pimples (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is advised regarding services for serious conditions like furuncles before they heal?

Services should not be provided until fully healed (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following conditions may be treated with over-the-counter remedies?

Milder conditions like head lice (A) Signup and view all the answers