Electrotrichogenesis

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Electrotrichogenesis

Electrotrichogenesis (pronunciation: /ɪˌlɛktrəʊtrɪkəʊˈdʒɛnɪsɪs/) is a medical term referring to the stimulation of hair growth using electrical currents.

Etymology

The term is derived from the Greek words "electron" meaning amber (from which electricity was first derived), "trichos" meaning hair, and "genesis" meaning origin or formation.

Process

The process of Electrotrichogenesis involves the application of a low-level electrical current to the scalp or hair follicles. This is believed to stimulate hair growth by improving blood flow and nutrient delivery to the hair follicles. The electrical current is typically delivered through a device that is worn on the head.

Related Terms

  • Electrotherapy: The use of electrical energy as a medical treatment.
  • Trichology: The scientific study of the health of hair and scalp.
  • Alopecia: A condition that causes hair to fall out in small patches.
  • Androgenetic alopecia: A common form of hair loss in both men and women.
  • Hair follicle: A part of the skin, which grows a hair by packing old cells together.

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