35 citations
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May 2012 in “Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy” The document concludes that there are various treatments for different types of alopecia, but more research is needed for evidence-based treatments.
30 citations
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January 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution is a hair loss condition often confused with other types, requiring early treatment but usually not resulting in significant hair regrowth.
18 citations
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May 2013 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” EVG staining is the most reliable method for diagnosing alopecia.
17 citations
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March 2011 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Two Sikh brothers developed permanent hair loss from wearing turbans tightly, a condition that became apparent after they moved to Austria.
13 citations
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July 2019 in “Dermatologic therapy” Stopping adalimumab and starting methotrexate with topical treatments improved the woman's scalp psoriasis and hair regrew.
13 citations
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January 2019 in “Skin appendage disorders” FAPD is a possible diagnosis for hair loss in patients of color and requires multiple evaluations for accurate diagnosis.
13 citations
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February 2015 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” The document concludes that recognizing specific histological features of different nonscarring alopecias is crucial for accurate diagnosis and understanding hair loss progression.
9 citations
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January 2010 in “International Journal of Trichology” The study found that the cause of alopecia areata can be identified through tissue analysis, and vertical sections are enough for diagnosis.
9 citations
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September 2006 in “Clinical Pediatrics” Pediatricians should treat some hair loss types in children and refer others to a dermatologist.
8 citations
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November 2019 in “Dermatologic Clinics” AGA treatments like minoxidil and LLLLT are safe and effective for gender minority patients.
7 citations
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May 2005 in “Experimental Dermatology” Two mouse mutations cause similar hair loss despite different skin changes.
6 citations
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March 2018 in “Proceedings - Baylor University. Medical Center” Sarcoidosis can cause severe high calcium levels, hair loss, and kidney failure.
4 citations
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July 2015 in “Case Reports in Dermatology” A woman with unexplained hair loss was found to have harmless skin tumors and a scarring hair loss condition, but the tumors didn't cause the hair loss.
3 citations
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January 2021 in “Skin appendage disorders” Hair loss due to scalp metastasis from breast cancer, known as Neoplastic Alopecia, has a better survival rate than other scalp metastases and requires a biopsy for diagnosis.
3 citations
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May 2010 in “Nursing Standard” Treatments for autoimmune hair loss have limited success and often relapse, and emotional support is crucial for those affected.
1 citations
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July 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Sebaceous glands are often preserved and PPARy expression is constant in some cases of Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia.
January 2026 in “Journal of Cutaneous Immunology and Allergy” IgG4-related disease can cause scalp hair loss that looks like acne keloidalis nuchae.
Brunsting-Perry pemphigoid can cause scarring hair loss and may be underdiagnosed.
June 2024 in “Dermatopathology” A rare type of skin cancer on the scalp can be mistaken for hair loss, causing delayed diagnosis and severe damage.
April 2023 in “Our Dermatology Online” Trichoscopy is effective in diagnosing trichotillomania by showing specific hair patterns.
January 2018 in “International Journal of Medical Reviews and Case Reports” A 6-year-old girl with head lice developed scarring hair loss but improved with treatment.
1 citations
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January 2020 in “Skin appendage disorders” Hair transplants for male baldness can show inflammation and fibrosis, but more research is needed to confirm LPP presence.
January 2024 in “International journal of homoeopathic sciences” Early intervention and patient education are crucial for managing alopecia areata.
16 citations
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September 2008 in “American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics” Wearing orthodontic headgear can cause reversible hair loss if detected early.
March 2026 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” Alopecia is increasing globally, and homeopathy combined with lifestyle changes may help manage it effectively.
51 citations
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January 2004 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” The document explains hair growth and shedding, factors affecting it, and methods to evaluate hair loss, emphasizing the importance of skin biopsy for diagnosis.
February 2024 in “Biomedicines” Hormones like androgens, estrogen, thyroid hormones, and stress hormones can contribute to hair loss, and treatments target these hormonal imbalances.
4 citations
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May 2022 in “Frontiers in Medicine” About 11% of patients with secondary syphilis had Syphilitic Alopecia, which usually improved with treatment.
1 citations
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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.
Alopecia Areata causes hair loss and needs treatments that address both physical and emotional health.