76 citations
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July 2011 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” The document concludes that proper diagnosis and FDA-approved treatments for different types of hair loss exist, but treatments for severe cases often fail and future improvements may focus on hair follicle stem cells.
46 citations
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December 2003 in “Advances in neonatal care” Assessing newborn scalp hair can reveal important health information.
1 citations
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January 2010 in “Clinica Veterinaria De Pequenos Animales” The dog's fertility was restored with antibiotics and finasteride treatment.
49 citations
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January 2003 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” The document concludes that post-menopausal frontal fibrosing alopecia is a poorly understood condition that does not respond well to common treatments.
9 citations
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July 2013 in “Clinical Neuroradiology” A man developed a rare blood vessel connection on his scalp after hair transplants, which was successfully treated with surgery.
6 citations
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March 1982 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” The document says that hair loss in women is often due to androgenic alopecia, similar to male baldness, and that hirsutism is treated with hormonal and cosmetic methods.
February 2026 in “JEADV Clinical Practice” Lichen planopilaris can cause hair loss on limbs, not just the scalp.
October 2018 in “InTech eBooks” Better tools are needed to assess alopecia effectively.
57 citations
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August 2020 in “Journal of the American Geriatrics Society” Most adults over 70 have skin diseases needing treatment, with men more affected than women.
December 2024 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Elderly patients with eruptive skin bumps may have clear cell syringoma linked to glucose issues.
January 2015 in “International Journal of Clinical & Medical Imaging” Recognizing erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp is crucial to avoid misdiagnosis.
8 citations
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May 2012 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” An 82-year-old woman's hair turned white suddenly, likely due to a rare form of alopecia that targets pigmented hair.
1 citations
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February 2015 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” A man got six skin cancers within a year after a cell transplant for leukemia but was cancer-free 32 months later; skin checks are important post-transplant.
September 2023 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology” A patient with a rare form of lupus improved after treatment for skin ulcers and hair loss on the face and scalp.
April 2020 in “Clinical Small Animal Internal Medicine” Sebaceous adenitis affects mainly young to middle-aged dogs and can be managed with topical treatments and essential fatty acids.
52 citations
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June 2009 in “Clinical Toxicology” Polonium poisoning is diagnosed by detecting it in urine and feces, and treated with supportive care, infection prevention, and chelation therapy.
5 citations
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January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology” The document concludes that a thorough history, physical exam, and specific tests are crucial for diagnosing and managing hair loss effectively.
December 2021 in “IP Indian journal of clinical and experimental dermatology” Trichoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing female pattern hair loss.
1 citations
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December 2023 in “Diagnostics” Accurate testosterone measurement and standardized lab practices are crucial for diagnosing and managing adult male hypogonadism.
February 2026 in “JEADV Clinical Practice” Nail pitting in kids can be harmless or indicate other health issues, so thorough evaluation is crucial.
March 2021 in “CRC Press eBooks” Physical exams are important in hair loss diagnosis, considering cosmetic history, systemic diseases, and classifying alopecia types.
12 citations
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January 2016 in “Journal of Clinical and Investigative Dermatology” Low vitamin D levels are common in people with Alopecia Areata.
4 citations
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January 2017 in “JOURNAL OF CLINICAL AND DIAGNOSTIC RESEARCH” A thorough approach is crucial for accurately diagnosing hair loss in children.
December 2025 in “IP Indian Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Hair shaft disorders often indicate genetic or systemic issues and are managed by minimizing damage.
July 2025 in “Health Sciences” A 7-year-old girl with non-scarring alopecia will have hair follicle transplantation to improve her quality of life.
88 citations
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February 2010 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Vitiligo is linked to autoimmune diseases and hearing issues, so hearing tests are recommended for patients.
2 citations
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June 2018 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Alopecia areata causes varying hair loss and nail changes, and treatments include topical, systemic, and injectable therapies.
January 2000 in “대한피부과학회지” Preventing zinc deficiency is crucial, especially in bowel disease and chronic malabsorption, with recommended skin checks and zinc supplements.
The document concludes that hair loss in women can be treated with topical treatments or hormone therapy depending on the cause.
144 citations
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September 2006 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Lupus affects the body and skin, causing joint pain and skin issues that can be treated with steroids and antimalarial drugs.