November 2022 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” Excessive iodine from a cystic fibrosis supplement can cause hypothyroidism.
July 2021 in “Clinical case reports and studies” Topical diphencyprone effectively treated a 9-year-old boy's alopecia areata with fewer side effects.
January 2017 in “Archives of clinical and biomedical research” Enhancing melanin's energy generation may help treat alopecia areata.
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November 1984 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” No single treatment is consistently effective for alopecia areata, and more research is needed.
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March 2000 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Alopecia Areata has no guaranteed treatment for hair regrowth, but options like corticosteroids and minoxidil are used, with future research focusing on genetic and immune therapies.
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September 2013 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” People with alopecia areata may be more likely to have a certain type of hearing loss.
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November 2020 in “Curēus” A child's hair loss from alopecia areata was fully reversed in five months using diet and supplements.
June 2023 in “Dermatology and therapy” The Middle East and Africa need better data, treatment consensus, and support for Alopecia Areata.
January 2010 in “Elsevier eBooks” Hair transplantation is a treatment for hair loss mainly caused by genetics, with various techniques and potential complications, and results visible after 8-12 months.
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July 2014 in “Hong Kong medical journal” Some skin disorders might be linked to H. pylori infection, but more research is needed to confirm this.
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January 2014 in “Postępy Dermatologii i Alergologii” Personalized treatment plans are important for people with alopecia areata.
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May 2019 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Hair loss treatment caused more hair loss in a man.
April 2024 in “International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews” Alopecia areata causes hair loss with varied treatment responses and frequent relapses.
Screening for iron levels in patients with hair loss may help find a genetic iron overload condition early.
March 2016 in “Indian Journal Of Applied Research” Surgery may be needed for resistant thyrotoxicosis.
January 2015 in “Independent Nurse” Different scalp conditions can lead to hair loss or tumors, with treatments varying from creams to surgery; early detection is crucial.
July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Lichen Planopilaris is a hair loss condition best treated early with various medications, including hydroxychloroquine, to prevent permanent baldness.
October 2025 in “Dermatology Practical & Conceptual” Psoriasis patients are more likely to develop alopecia areata due to complex autoimmune interactions.
August 2022 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” Propylthiouracil can cause hair loss, reduced sweating, and nail issues, but stopping the drug can reverse hair and nail problems.
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May 1999 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Hair loss that spreads out can often fix itself or be treated by finding and handling the cause.
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January 2014 in “Pediatric Clinics of North America” The guide explains how to identify and treat children's hair loss, including fungal infections, autoimmune disorders, hairstyle changes, self-correcting conditions, and behavioral therapy for hair-pulling.
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May 1996 in “Current problems in dermatology” Detailed patient history and physical exams are crucial for diagnosing hair loss.
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May 2017 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” The document concludes that more research is needed to understand and treat Beard Alopecia Areata due to limited current knowledge and evidence.
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August 2020 in “Dermatologic therapy” The document concludes that mesotherapy can be effective for skin and hair treatments, but more research is needed to confirm its safety and effectiveness.
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July 2012 in “Current Opinion in Pediatrics” Skin problems can be signs of hormone-related disorders and recognizing them early is important for treatment.
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July 2008 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Greying hairs may be protected from alopecia areata.
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June 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Frontal fibrosing alopecia may be linked to genital Lichen sclerosus through an autoimmune process.
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June 2018 in “Scientific Reports” People with certain types of alopecia have a slightly higher risk of cancer, especially thyroid, bladder, and prostate cancers.
August 2023 in “International Ayurvedic medical journal” Ayurvedic treatment successfully regrew hair in a 7-year-old girl with alopecia areata.
April 2023 in “Medizinische Genetik” New research has found 14 genes linked to the risk of developing alopecia areata, improving understanding and treatment options.