PATHOLOGY

PATHOLOGY MCQ

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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding hair loss?
A
Stem cells in hair follicles losing their ability to develop
B
Hair loss occurs during the telogen stage
C
You lose 50-100 hairs per day
D
All of the following statements are true
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Hereditary hair loss Both men and women develop this type of hair loss, which is the most common cause of hair loss worldwide. In men, it’s called male pattern hair loss. Women get female pattern hair loss.

Detailed explanation-2: -If hair loss is complete on the scalp, it is called alopecia totalis, and if all body hair is lost, it is called alopecia universalis. Toxic alopecia. Toxic alopecia may happen after a high fever or severe illness.

Detailed explanation-3: -Nearly 80% of men and 50% of women will experience hair loss at some point in their lives. Yet, alopecia, the umbrella term for hair loss, is often misunderstood. Some people lose their hair gradually over time; others develop bald patches overnight.

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