37 citations
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May 1999 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for preventing permanent hair loss in various scalp conditions, and while new treatments are promising, more research is needed to evaluate their effectiveness.
June 2026 in “Wiener klinische Wochenschrift” New treatments for alopecia areata show promise but need ongoing use and have infection risks.
Deuruxolitinib is approved to treat severe alopecia areata in adults.
March 2025 in “Journal of Education Health and Sport” Alopecia areata causes hair loss due to immune issues, and while new treatments show promise, no universally effective solution exists yet.
142 citations
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September 2015 in “PubMed” Keloid scars are aggressive, excessive skin scars with unique features and complex diagnosis.
14 citations
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January 2006 in “Australasian journal of dermatology” Alopecia areata can look like frontal fibrosing alopecia, making diagnosis hard.
9 citations
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October 2017 in “Archivos Argentinos de Pediatria” Alopecia areata needs new treatments targeting autoimmune processes due to its emotional impact and variable treatment responses.
4 citations
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September 2024 in “Cell Reports” Granulocyte colony stimulating factor helps heal wounds without scars.
2 citations
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January 2023 in “Prague Medical Report” JAK inhibitors, like baricitinib, are effective and safe for treating alopecia areata.
July 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology” Trichoscopy effectively diagnoses temporal triangular alopecia in children.
October 2023 in “University of Zadar Institutional Repository” Androgenic alopecia is hereditary hair loss treated with medications, therapies, and support.
August 2023 in “International Medical Case Reports Journal” Acne necrotica can be effectively treated with topical cream and antibiotics.
86 citations
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August 2014 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” To diagnose hair loss, use a systematic approach including history, exams, and tests.
55 citations
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April 2018 in “Advanced Healthcare Materials” Hydrogels could lead to better treatments for wound healing without scars.
41 citations
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September 2007 in “Pediatric emergency care” Oral medication is necessary to treat scalp fungus in children, with griseofulvin being the usual choice.
11 citations
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June 2005 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Lasers in hair transplantation show promise but are not yet standard, with current methods causing some side effects and needles still being preferred for creating recipient sites.
1 citations
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October 2013 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Diagnosing alopecia areata is challenging and requires careful examination and various tests to distinguish it from other hair loss types.
December 2014 in “PubMed” A scalp biopsy can help confirm hair loss types when other methods don't provide a clear diagnosis.
March 2012 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Temporal triangular alopecia usually starts in early childhood and treatment with Minoxidil has limited effectiveness.
January 2010 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document concludes that different types of hair loss have specific treatments, and early diagnosis is crucial for preventing permanent hair loss.
44 citations
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November 1998 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Accurate diagnosis is key for treating different kinds of hair loss, and immune response variations may affect the condition and treatment results.
May 2007 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Hair care practices like using relaxers and tight braiding can lead to permanent hair loss in black women.
24 citations
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July 2009 in “Mycoses” A scalp infection was treated successfully, leading to full hair regrowth.
9 citations
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November 2018 in “Drug Discovery Today” Using skin stem cells and certain molecules might lead to scar-free skin healing.
6 citations
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August 2024 in “The Laryngoscope” PRP injections improve voice quality and are safe for treating vocal fold scars.
2 citations
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May 2021 in “European medical journal” Botulinum toxins are safe for various medical and cosmetic uses, but more research is needed for long-term safety and effectiveness in hair growth treatments.
2 citations
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April 2017 in “Asian Journal of Psychiatry” Valproic acid can cause hair loss when taken orally but may promote hair growth when applied topically.
2 citations
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October 2015 in “Primary Care: Clinics in Office Practice” Doctors should diagnose hair loss by examining the patient and possibly doing tests, and then treat it based on the type, which may prevent permanent hair loss.
2 citations
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April 2015 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” Daily use of antifungal shampoo can hide symptoms and make it hard to diagnose fungal scalp infections.
1 citations
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May 2001 in “The Cleft Palate Craniofacial Journal” The document recommends both books for medical training in aesthetic surgery and wound healing.