research Factors affecting the severity of central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia
Longer hair loss leads to more severe CCCA; early treatment and avoiding damaging hairstyles help regrowth.
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research Pathologic Diagnosis of Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia on Horizontal Sections
Horizontal sections of scalp biopsies are good for diagnosing Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia and help customize treatment.
research Treatment-Refractory Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia Responsive to a Novel Botanical Treatment
A new plant-based treatment was effective for hair regrowth in women with a specific type of hair loss that didn't respond to usual treatments.
research Patchy presentation of central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia
CCCA can appear as patchy hair loss in younger men, not just the usual pattern.
research Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia: A Survey of Treatment Practices Among Dermatology Residents and Attending Physicians
There is no standard treatment for CCCA, and practices vary widely.
research Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia: Retrospective Chart Review
The study found that Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia mainly affects middle-aged African descent women, is linked to certain hair care practices and genetics, and often goes undiagnosed for years.
research Cytokeratin 15 expression in central, centrifugal, cicatricial alopecia: new observations in normal and diseased hair follicles
CK15 is not a reliable marker for stem cells in damaged hair follicles from patients with CCCA.
research Fibroproliferative genes are preferentially expressed in central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia
Genes linked to fibrosis are more active in people with central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia.
research Pathogenic variants affecting peptidyl arginine deiminase 3 and its major substrates underlie central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia
Genetic variants in specific genes cause central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia.
research This month in JAAD Case Reports: October 2023—Central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia in Black men
CCCA affects Black men too, with a genetic link found in the PADI3 gene.
research Factors associated with quality of life in patients with central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia: A cross-sectional study
Younger age, longer disease duration, frequent wig use, and lower education levels worsen quality of life in CCCA patients.
research A retrospective chart review of central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia patients at a single urban institution
Most patients with Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia at the reviewed institution were middle-aged Black women, often with no symptoms, and commonly treated with topical medications.
research Enlarging alopecic patch in an African American woman with central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia: A case of concomitant tinea incognito
Accurate diagnosis is crucial for effective treatment of hair loss.
research The Use of Natural Ingredients in the Treatment of Alopecias with an Emphasis on Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia: A Systematic Review.
Some natural ingredients like onion juice, rosemary oil, and pumpkin seed oil may help with hair growth and reducing hair loss.
research Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia Presenting with Irregular Patchy Alopecia on the Lateral and Posterior Scalp
The report found a new type of hair loss in African-American women that affects more areas of the scalp than previously thought.
research Adjuvant use of topical metformin with standard therapies in recalcitrant central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia: A case series
Topical metformin may improve hair regrowth in CCCA when added to standard treatments.
research Central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia in Black men: A case series highlighting key clinical features in this cohort
The document concludes that early and accurate diagnosis of hair loss on the top of the scalp in Black men is important to distinguish CCCA from other types of hair loss.
research 011 Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia (CCCA) Under the Scope: Histological Similarities between CCCA and Lichen Planopilaris
CCCA and lichen planopilaris have similar histological features, making them hard to distinguish.
research Transitory hair growth using platelet‐rich plasma therapy in stabilized central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia
PRP therapy can temporarily grow hair in CCCA patients but isn't a permanent cure.
research Hair regrowth in a patient with central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia after a 2-month trial of baricitinib
A woman with a type of hair loss saw hair regrowth after two months of taking baricitinib.
research Response to “Lack of association between comorbidities and central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia: a retrospective cohort study of 153 patients”
The letter suggests that the study's comparison group might have affected the results and calls for larger, more detailed future research.
research Increased risk of vitamin D deficiency and insufficiency in Black patients with central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia
Black patients with a specific type of hair loss have a much higher chance of lacking enough vitamin D.
research Proteomic Profiling of Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia Reveals Role of Humoral Immune Response Pathway and Metabolic Dysregulation
CCCA involves immune response and metabolism issues, suggesting new treatment options.
research Beyond the Hot Comb: Updates in Epidemiology, Pathogenesis, and Treatment of Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia from 2011 to 2021
research Primary cicatricial alopecia
The document concludes that early recognition and treatment of primary cicatricial alopecia is crucial to prevent permanent hair loss.
research Use of Platelet-Rich Plasma in Cicatricial Alopecia
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) may help improve hair density in primary cicatricial alopecias (PCAs) patients, but more trials are needed to confirm its benefits.
research Retinoid Metabolism Is Altered in Human and Mouse Cicatricial Alopecia
Altered retinoid metabolism in cicatricial alopecia suggests a balanced vitamin A diet may prevent the condition.
research Imposters of Androgenetic Alopecia
Recognize and treat hair loss conditions that mimic androgenetic alopecia by identifying warning signs and using proper tools.
research An Overview of Alopecias
The document explains different types of hair loss, their causes, and treatments, and suggests future research areas.
research Central hair loss in African American women: Incidence and potential risk factors
Some African American women's central scalp hair loss is linked to genetics and past fungal scalp infections, with more research needed on other causes.