The list of treatments mentioned in various sources for Trichotillomania includes the following list. Always seek professional medical advice about any treatment or change in treatment plans.
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Encourage gentle hair care to avoid further hair loss. Also, suggest wearing a wig, cap, or scarf, if appropriate. Remind the patient to cover his head in cold weather to prevent loss of body heat. Encourage patients who are frequently exposed to the sun to use sunblock to decrease the risk of skin cancer.
Source: Professional Guide to Signs & Symptoms (Fifth Edition), 2006
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