14 citations
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January 2019 in “PubMed” Vitamin D might be involved in the development of alopecia areata and could help in its treatment.
December 2025 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” A multidisciplinary approach is crucial for effectively managing hair loss linked to endocrine and gynecological disorders.
January 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The document provided instructions for completing a CME exam on diagnosing and managing hair loss.
March 2023 in “International journal of trichology” Six genetic conditions are often linked to complete scalp hair loss in children.
November 2021 in “Open Forum Infectious Diseases” Some COVID-19 pneumonia patients in Veracruz, Mexico had rare skin issues like temporary hair loss linked to disease severity.
September 2003 in “Current Paediatrics” The document concludes that accurate diagnosis and understanding the type of hair disorder are crucial for treating hair loss in children.
May 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Some people may temporarily lose more hair in certain areas after a hair transplant.
14 citations
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September 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Low vitamin D levels are linked to various types of hair loss, but more research is needed before using it as a treatment.
24 citations
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September 1985 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The report suggests a possible link between hair loss and hidden scalp tumors but states more evidence is needed to confirm this.
November 2014 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Hair loss is due to thinner hairs, not less hairs; hair diameter indicates balding progression and treatment effectiveness.
March 2021 in “CRC Press eBooks” Hair loss without scarring is more common than permanent hair loss with scarring, and is often due to genetic factors.
8 citations
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July 1980 in “Archives of Dermatology” Hidden sweat gland tumors might cause hair loss.
October 2016 in “Mağallaẗ Kulliyyaẗ al-ṭibb Baġdād” Most Iraqi women with telogen effluvium had no clear cause for their hair loss, and few had significant thinning.
January 1991 in “Journal of Pediatric Health Care” Hair loss in children can be caused by fungal infections, trauma, autoimmune disorders, or stress, and treatments vary depending on the cause.
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October 2010 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Iron deficiency might cause hair loss, but better testing is needed.
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February 1988 in “The BMJ” The document explains different hair and scalp conditions, including common hair loss after pregnancy or illness, drug-induced hair loss, hereditary excessive hair growth, patterned baldness, autoimmune hair loss, and permanent loss due to skin disease, with generally limited treatment options.
8 citations
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October 2019 in “International Journal of Dermatology” The study concluded that combination therapy with topical corticosteroids and hydroxychloroquine or finasteride is effective in treating Frontal fibrosing alopecia in Asians.
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April 2006 in “Skin Research and Technology” The study concluded that a special imaging technique showed women with hair loss have slower hair growth and a faulty hair replacement cycle.
9 citations
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October 2012 in “PubMed” Most women in the study lost hair due to stress, fever, childbirth, surgery, or thyroid issues, with low hemoglobin levels also common.
June 2024 in “IP Indian journal of clinical and experimental dermatology” Hair loss has many causes and treatments, but future research aims for better solutions.
39 citations
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September 2013 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Herbs can potentially treat hair loss by inhibiting a key enzyme and promoting hair growth, and deficiencies in zinc, biotin, and iron are linked to hair loss.
Aluminum phosphide poisoning can cause horizontal nail grooves and hair loss.
12 citations
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September 1981 in “Acta Dermato Venereologica” Zinc supplements improved the girl's hair growth and thickness.
May 2005 in “Hair transplant forum international” Trichotemnomania causes hair loss due to compulsive hair cutting or shaving.
January 2021 in “Our Dermatology Online” A young man's hair loss was the only sign of syphilis, which improved after treatment.
Nutritional deficiencies can cause hair loss, but it can be reversed with a normal diet and less stress.
August 2021 in “Acta medica Philippina” A girl's hair loss was found to be caused by both a hair-pulling disorder and another hair loss condition.
Hair loss can make people feel less attractive and confident, leading them to try many treatments.
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September 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Men can experience female pattern hair loss, needing different treatments.