January 2026 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Eyebrow follicles are best for accurate genetic testing after stem cell transplants.
September 2023 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” The mTurq2-Col4a1 mouse model shows that cells can divide while attached to stable basement membranes during development.
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June 2019 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Frontal fibrosing alopecia mainly affects postmenopausal women and may be linked to thyroid hormones.
April 2025 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Daughters with affected mothers may develop frontal fibrosing alopecia early.
A six-year-old girl with extra hair on her elbows was treated with hair removal methods.
October 2024 in “InnovAiT Education and inspiration for general practice” Hirsutism is characterized by excessive terminal hair growth in women in areas such as the upper lip, chin, abdomen, back, and thighs, often due to hormonal imbalances like elevated androgens. It can be associated with conditions such as polycystic ovary syndrome, adrenal hyperplasia, or the use of certain medications. Effective management requires identifying the underlying cause and may involve hormonal therapies, lifestyle modifications, and cosmetic treatments to manage hair growth. The article provides an overview of the causes, differential diagnosis, investigation, and treatment options for hirsutism in primary care settings.
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January 1993 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” Hair growth drugs and epidermal growth factor do not change the calcium binding site gradient in hair follicles.
December 2025 in “JEADV Clinical Practice” A woman with hair loss condition experienced rare hair color return, suggesting it might help diagnose the condition.
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March 2001 in “Clinics in dermatology” Hirsutism in women is often due to hormone sensitivity and has significant psychological effects.
January 2015 in “프로그램북(구 초록집)” Many Korean women with female-pattern hair loss have reduced hair density at the temples.
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August 2017 in “Supportive care in cancer” Madarosis (eyebrow and eyelash loss) significantly affects quality of life for breast cancer patients on taxane-based chemotherapy.
April 2013 in “Developmental Cell” Brg1 is crucial for keeping hair follicle stem cells and repairing skin, working with the Sonic Hedgehog pathway to promote hair growth.
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October 2005 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” A specific gene mutation causes sparse, brittle hair in a family.
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July 2014 in “Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America” FGF5 gene mutations cause unusually long eyelashes by affecting hair growth regulation.
December 2012 in “Canadian journal of ophthalmology” Eyelash transplantation can cause eye damage and pain if not done carefully.
June 2023 in “The Journal of Family Practice” The hair loss is likely due to a fade haircut.
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October 2023 in “Children” Early diagnosis and comprehensive care are crucial for managing Focal Dermal Hypoplasia's complex symptoms.
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November 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The commentary suggests that certain hair and skin care products may be linked to frontal fibrosing alopecia, but not sunscreens, and calls for more thorough research on the causes.
May 2020 in “Hair transplant forum international” Younger people and those with existing acne are more likely to get folliculitis after hair restoration surgery, but it doesn't affect the overall good hair growth result.
July 2024 in “Clinical Case Reports” Recognizing rare hair loss patterns in young females can improve understanding and treatment.
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May 2024 in “BMC Medical Genomics” A new ARID1B gene variation causes Coffin-Siris syndrome 1 and early high myopia in a Chinese family.
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July 2005 in “Baylor University Medical Center Proceedings” A 4-year-old girl was diagnosed with trichotillomania, a condition where she pulls out her hair, which may resolve on its own or require therapy.
May 2015 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Certain drugs and supplements may contribute to hair loss in the frontal hairline in older women.
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May 2024 in “Dermatology and Therapy” Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia needs better diagnostics and treatments, with dutasteride showing promise.
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October 2012 in “The FASEB Journal” Bimatoprost, a glaucoma medication, may also help treat hair loss.
June 2023 in “JAAD case reports” The document concludes that "hot comb alopecia" is now called "central cicatricial centrifugal alopecia" and its causes are complex.
December 2017 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” The document concludes that successful treatment of upper and midface trauma should focus on restoring both appearance and function, with attention to facial structure, skin, and hair repair.
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July 1993 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”
August 2021 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Stress causes hair loss by making the body produce cortisol, which stops hair cells from growing.
December 2019 in “Case Medical Research”