research Nonscarring alopecia in systemic lupus erythematosus: A cross-sectional study with trichoscopic, histopathologic, and immunopathologic analyses 39 citations , May 2019 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Hair loss in lupus patients indicates higher disease activity.
research Symmetrical acrokeratoderma: A peculiar entity in China? Clinicopathologic and immunopathologic study of 34 new cases 14 citations , March 2014 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Symmetrical Acrokeratoderma (SAK) may be a unique skin condition in China, lacking specific treatment and needing long-term monitoring.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and the Role of Cosmeceuticals in Its Pathogenesis August 2025 in “Cosmetics” Cosmeceuticals like sunscreens may trigger frontal fibrosing alopecia, but more research is needed.
research Single-center analysis of patients with frontal fibrosing alopecia: evidence for hypothyroidism and a good quality of life 9 citations , October 2018 in “Journal of international medical research” Frontal fibrosing alopecia is linked to hypothyroidism but doesn't affect quality of life.
research IMMUNOPATHOLOGY OF THE HUMAN HAIR FOLLICLE 15 citations , July 1999 in “Dermatologic Clinics” The document concludes that immune system abnormalities cause alopecia areata, but the exact process is still not completely understood.
community A meta analysis of 18 popular hair loss treatments. An 2022 guide on efficacy. From finasteride and minoxidil to caffeine shampoo, saw palmetto and biotin. 96 Scientific References included. in Research/Science 103 upvotes 4 years ago Most hair loss treatments are ineffective; only finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil show effectiveness.