4 citations
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January 2018 in “International Journal of Trichology” A rare genetic disease causes sparse hair and early blindness due to a gene mutation.
A teenager had both alopecia areata and vitiligo, which are rare to occur together.
8 citations
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December 2015 in “JAMA ophthalmology” A young man had vision loss, hair loss, and other symptoms, but tests showed mostly normal results except for slightly high protein in spinal fluid.
June 2023 in “Scholars journal of medical case reports” A black-skinned woman was diagnosed with Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada disease and treated with steroids and eye drops.
April 2019 in “International journal of research in dermatology” A child with rough nails also had hair loss and allergies.
24 citations
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September 2014 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Trichoscopy is reliable for diagnosing Temporal Triangular Alopecia and can prevent unnecessary biopsies and wrong treatments.
March 2014 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Alopecia areata is relatively common in children, has a variable course, and shows different responses to treatment; thyroid testing is recommended for those affected.
July 2023 in “Deleted Journal” Alopecia areata is the most common type of baldness treated with corticosteroids and minoxidil.
2 citations
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May 2022 in “The journal of immunology/The Journal of immunology” BST2 protein and certain T cells increase in early alopecia areata.
June 2021 in “Dermatology Online Journal” A girl with a rare genetic condition affecting hair and nails also developed a common type of hair loss, suggesting a possible genetic link.
July 2024 in “The Journal of Dermatology” A rare case shows alopecia areata and ITP occurring together, needing more research.
December 2019 in “Journal of pediatrics & neonatology” A 13-year-old boy had a rare, stable type of hair loss with little chance of regrowth, but treatment is available for looks.
9 citations
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April 1985 in “Archives of Dermatology” Recognizing the "bamboo hair defect" is crucial for diagnosing Netherton's syndrome.
1 citations
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July 2022 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Tofacitinib helps improve skin conditions in people with Down syndrome, especially alopecia areata.
33 citations
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December 1982 in “Developmental Medicine & Child Neurology” Hair-shaft abnormalities can indicate neurological disorders, some of which are treatable.
July 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology” Telogen effluvium is a common hair loss condition requiring careful diagnosis and treatment.
January 2025 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Alopecia areata patients don't have increased atherosclerosis risk, but may have higher cardiovascular risk due to smoking, blood sugar, and blood pressure.
June 2022 in “Indian journal of clinical and experimental opthalmology” The report shows a young man with Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome had typical and additional eye problems related to the disease.
37 citations
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March 2005 in “Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health” A hair strand caused a rare case of limb strangulation in a teenage girl with autism, and the condition is not always linked to child abuse.
August 2024 in “Skin Research and Technology” TAF can be identified by excessive skin thickening and clogged hair follicles, helping distinguish it from similar skin conditions.
2 citations
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January 2018 Diffuse alopecia areata causes widespread hair thinning due to an autoimmune response.
5 citations
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January 2015 in “Dermatology” The report suggests that the same underlying issue in blood vessel support may cause angiokeratomas on both the scrotum and eyelids.
January 2011 in “Repository KITopen (Karlsruhe Institute of Technology)” Blocking certain proteins on immune cells may help treat alopecia areata.
9 citations
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July 2010 in “British Journal of Dermatology” The document suggests a rare skin condition might be caused by a genetic phenomenon.
1 citations
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January 2022 in “Skin appendage disorders” Hair shedding after childbirth can reveal a pre-existing condition of hair loss due to tight hairstyles.
April 2025 in “Indian Journal of Paediatric Dermatology” Trichorrhexis invaginata can occur with tinea capitis, though it's rare.
March 2012 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Temporal triangular alopecia usually starts in early childhood and treatment with Minoxidil has limited effectiveness.
Recognizing bamboo hair helps diagnose Netherton’s syndrome.
Trichoscopic examination is crucial for diagnosing congenital triangular alopecia.
July 2025 in “Russian Journal of Clinical Dermatology and Venereology” Tofacitinib may help hair regrowth in familial alopecia areata with immune issues, but more research is needed.