Diseases

hypotrichosis of the eyelashes

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Overview

Eyelashes hypotrichosis is a condition indicated by an inadequate amount of eyelashes. Hypertrichosis of eyelashes, characterized by excessive eyelash growth, is a regular phenomenon associated with ophthalmic prostaglandin and prostamide analogs.

Symptoms

  • slow growth, brittle, thin lashes
  • substantial loss of, or no, eyelash growth in particular areas.

Causes

  • chemotherapy
  • hereditary
  • aging

Risk factors

  • nervous habit of pulling on the eyelash.
  • chemotherapy

Diagnosis

  • physical exam.
  • signs and symptoms.

Medicines used

Frequently asked questions

What is hypotrichosis of the eyelashes?

Eyelashes hypotrichosis is a condition indicated by an inadequate amount of eyelashes. Hypertrichosis of eyelashes, characterized by excessive eyelash growth, is a regular phenomenon associated with ophthalmic prostaglandin and prostamide analogs.

What are the symptoms of hypotrichosis of the eyelashes?

slow growth, brittle, thin lashes, substantial loss of, or no, eyelash growth in particular areas.

What causes hypotrichosis of the eyelashes?

chemotherapy; hereditary; aging

Which medicines are used for hypotrichosis of the eyelashes?

bimatoprost

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