Black women often maintain these styles for long periods of time, and the stress they exert on the scalp can lead to the development of pus-filled bumps, says the lead researcher, Angela Kyei, M.D., a dermatologist and chief resident at the Cleveland Clinics Dermatology and Plastic Surgery Institute. Over time, these bumps can develop bacteria that can lead to scarring, she explains. Making matters worse, women who are already losing their hair are more likely to favor these hairstyles because they help disguise thinning hair, the study notes. Black women should consider refraining from using these hairstyles on young children, and they need to think about the consequences for themselves, Kyei says. If you start to notice this type of hair loss, get evaluated early, she urges.
Posted on: Tue, 29 Oct 2013 05:23:11 +0000
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