January 2025 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” Frontal fibrosing alopecia is a challenging hair loss condition with no known cause or definitive treatment.
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September 2008 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” FFA is more common in postmenopausal women, can affect younger women, and may stabilize over time.
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February 2018 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” The document suggests a possible link between frontal fibrosing alopecia and rosacea.
Antifungal treatment reduced asthma exacerbations and corticosteroid use but its overall benefit is unclear.
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December 2011 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” The C-terminal tail of AHF/trichohyalin is essential for organizing keratin filaments in keratinocytes.
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November 2007 in “Journal of Biological Chemistry” Very-long-chain acyl-CoA synthetases and fatty acid transport proteins play key roles in fatty acid metabolism and lipid processing in different tissues.
May 2024 in “International Seven Journal of Multidisciplinary” More research is needed to better understand and treat Fibrosing Frontal Alopecia.
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December 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” Tofacitinib shows promise for treating severe hair loss in adults and teens, with many experiencing regrowth, but hair loss returns when treatment stops.
December 2015 in “PLOS ONE” 1 citations
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May 2013 in “Oncology Times” ODAC members faced intense pressure but prioritized scientific evidence in drug approval decisions.
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July 2021 in “JAAD Case Reports” Trichoscopy of the beard is useful for diagnosing frontal fibrosing alopecia in men.
April 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Diagnosing and treating CCCA requires understanding multiple causes and using various diagnostic tools.
January 2026 in “International Journal of Dermatology” The new tool helps measure the impact of alopecia areata on children's quality of life.
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January 2016 in “Dermatology online journal” A 46-year-old man was diagnosed with frontal fibrosing alopecia, a condition usually seen in postmenopausal women.
January 2026 in “Frontiers in Medicine” FFA and FAPD might be related or stages of the same disease.
September 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” CCCA in women of African ancestry may be caused by PADI3 gene mutations and intense hair grooming.
October 2025 in “Asian Journal of Oral Health and Allied Sciences” Autologous growth factor concentrate therapy shows promise for treating early-stage hair loss safely and effectively.
Fractional CO2 laser is more effective and safer than steroid injections for treating alopecia areata.
January 2025 in “Journal of the Egyptian Womenʼs Dermatologic Society” Both cryotherapy and FCO2 laser are effective and safe for treating patchy alopecia areata.
July 2005 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Early diagnosis and treatment of frontal fibrosing alopecia are crucial to prevent permanent hair loss.
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September 2021 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Most men with Frontal fibrosing alopecia also lose facial hair and the condition may be linked to hormone levels and sunscreen use.
July 2008 in “Journal of the Islamic Medical Association of North America” The document's content cannot be summarized because it is not accessible or understandable.
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April 2014 in “International Journal of Dermatology” The treatment helped reduce symptoms and stabilize the hairline in most patients with Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia, but hair regrowth was limited.
July 2024 in “JAAD Case Reports” Corticosteroid injections for hair loss may cause eye problems, so caution is needed.
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January 2018 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” Tofacitinib works better and is more tolerable for severe alopecia than conventional treatments and DPCP immunotherapy.
December 2023 in “JEADV Clinical Practice” Brownish halos around axillary hair can help diagnose frontal fibrosing alopecia.
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October 2024 in “Indian Journal of Orthopaedics”
November 2023 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Patients with central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia often have higher rates of metabolic, autoimmune, and atopic conditions, as well as anxiety and depression.
February 2011 in “Annales de dermatologie et de vénéréologie” Tofacitinib shows promise for treating severe alopecia areata with good safety and effectiveness.