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Definition of Trichobezoar
Medically reviewed by Dr. Otari Nergadze, Neurosurgeon | Updated: January 2026
Trichobezoar: A wad of swallowed hair. Also called a hairball. Trichobezoars can sometimes be found to cause blockage of the digestive system, especially at the exit of the stomach.