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Trichotillomania

Synonyms
Hair-pulling

Summary

Trichotillomania (TTM) is a neuropsychiatric disorder characterized by chronic, repetitive, or compulsive hair pulling resulting in noticeable hair loss. The activity causes distress to the individual and often interferes with functioning. Affected individuals may develop physical complications and often have overlapping psychologic disorders, such as Tourette syndrome (GTS; 137580) or obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD; 164230) (review by Novak et al., 2009). [from OMIM]

Available tests

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Clinical tests (8 available)

Molecular Genetics Tests

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  • Also known as: LRRC12, TTM, SLITRK1
    Summary: SLIT and NTRK like family member 1

Clinical features

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Imported from Human Phenotype Ontology (HPO)

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