trichorrhexis /trich·or·rhex·is/ (-rek´sis) the condition in which the hairs break.
trichorrhexis nodo´sa a condition marked by fracture and splitting of the cortex of a hair into strands, giving the appearance of white nodes at which the hair is easily broken.
trich·or·rhex·is (tr k  -r k ss)n. A condition in which the hairs readily break or split. Also called trichoschisis. |
trichorrhexis
the condition in which the hairs are split and feather-like.
trichorrhexis nodosa
structural abnormalities of the hair shaft result in breakage and hypotrichosis; seen in horses, dogs and humans. Physical or chemical damage to the hair is usually responsible.
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