3 citations
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August 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Women with PCOS have higher levels of thyroid autoantibodies.
28 citations
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November 2017 in “Skin appendage disorders” The document concludes that accurate diagnosis and treatment of scalp itch require differentiating between various conditions using a proposed five-step evaluation process.
2 citations
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December 2017 in “Skin appendage disorders” An elderly man's non-healing scalp lesion was successfully treated with a strong topical steroid.
September 2022 in “Skin appendage disorders” Seborrheic dermatitis may contribute to the development of central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia.
2 citations
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July 2017 in “Skin appendage disorders” Alfredo Rebora suggests a simpler classification for hair loss and a new test for easier diagnosis.
21 citations
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January 2016 in “Skin appendage disorders” Alfredo Rebora suggested a new, easier way to classify hair loss in Telogen Effluvium, adding a type possibly related to autoimmune diseases.
January 2021 in “Skin appendage disorders” The report concludes that atypical Brauer nevus is more common in males, present at birth, and often misdiagnosed due to its unusual scalp locations.
2 citations
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January 2017 in “Journal of Pigmentary Disorders” Genetics, stress, and health issues can cause early hair greying, which affects self-esteem, and there's no cure, only hair dye.
2 citations
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January 2017 in “Journal of Pigmentary Disorders” Vitiligo causes white skin patches and can lead to psychological stress.
1 citations
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January 2020 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” Treatment with methotrexate and prednisolone led to complete hair regrowth and no relapse for 2 years.
22 citations
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January 2017 in “Skin appendage disorders” The conclusion is that primary scarring alopecia is a complex condition that requires early and accurate diagnosis for effective treatment.
12 citations
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June 2016 in “Reviews in Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders” Some skin diseases and their treatments can negatively affect male fertility.
4 citations
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September 2017 in “Skin appendage disorders” The dog with an Alopecia Areata-like condition showed signs of an autoimmune disease and partially regrew hair without treatment, suggesting dogs could be models for human AA research.
5 citations
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January 2016 in “Skin appendage disorders” Frontal fibrosing alopecia might be linked to autoimmune diseases.
January 2022 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” Areata-like lupus can mimic alopecia areata but is a form of cutaneous lupus erythematosus.
1 citations
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January 2021 in “Skin appendage disorders” Alopecia areata in children is usually mild and effectively treated with strong topical steroids.
1 citations
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July 2017 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” A woman developed permanent hair loss after a face-lift surgery despite various treatments.
12 citations
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January 2017 in “Skin appendage disorders” Two patients with skin lupus were mistakenly thought to have a different scalp condition but improved with lupus treatment.
February 2018 in “Journal of dermatology & cosmetology” Combining microdermabrasion with steroid injections improves hair regrowth in scalp alopecia areata.
35 citations
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October 2012 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Autoimmune diseases can cause hair loss, and early treatment is important to prevent permanent damage.
September 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Dermal Papilla Cells grown in 3D and with stem cells better mimic natural hair growth conditions than cells grown in 2D.
Different connective tissue disorders have unique symptoms and treatments, with varying outcomes and often require ongoing care from a specialist.
52 citations
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March 2010 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Alopecia areata shows a unique type 1 interferon signature, suggesting potential treatment by targeting this pathway.
25 citations
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October 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp is a type of skin inflammation often confused with other conditions, requiring continuous treatment.
5 citations
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June 2021 in “Pharmacological Reports” Vitamin D may help reduce antibody levels in men with autoimmune thyroiditis and early-onset androgenic alopecia, but has no significant impact on thyroid function.
5 citations
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February 2015 in “Endocrinology Diabetes and Metabolism Case Reports” Insulin therapy helped a man with autoimmune issues regrow his hair.
3 citations
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October 2019 in “Pharmaceutics” New technique implants pigment in scalp with less pain and damage.
August 2025 in “Archiv Euromedica” Gut microbiota changes might play a role in alopecia areata, and microbiome-targeted treatments show promise.
June 2024 in “Dermatology and Therapy” Baricitinib improves quality of life and reduces anxiety and depression in severe alopecia areata patients with hair regrowth.
January 2019 in “Elsevier eBooks” Different hair disorders have specific treatments and outcomes, with some resolving on their own and others requiring medication or emotional support.