January 2018 in “Springer eBooks” Gender affects hair and scalp characteristics, with differences in hormone responses, graying patterns, and trace metals.
84 citations
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November 2003 in “European journal of endocrinology” Women with androgenic alopecia are more likely to have polycystic ovaries and higher androgen levels, which may indicate PCOS.
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.
3 citations
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December 2018 in “Meta Gene” Certain gene variations increase male hair loss risk, influenced by hormone levels.
89 citations
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October 1996 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Alopecia areata is likely caused by a combination of genetic factors and immune system dysfunction, and may represent different diseases with various causes.
60 citations
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April 2018 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology” Tight hairstyles and chemical relaxers can cause hair loss known as traction alopecia.
57 citations
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March 2011 in “The American Journal of Dermatopathology” Chemotherapy can cause permanent, non-reversible hair loss similar to pattern baldness.
17 citations
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July 1994 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” The cause of alopecia areata is likely a mix of genetics, immune system issues, and environmental factors, with more research needed to understand it fully.
15 citations
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March 2015 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Seborrhoeic dermatitis may cause a condition called "seborrhoeic folliculitis," leading to chronic scalp inflammation and scarring hair loss.
11 citations
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August 1997 in “Expert Opinion on Therapeutic Patents” Many potential alopecia treatments need more testing to confirm they promote acceptable hair growth with minimal side effects.
5 citations
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February 2010 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” The document concludes that understanding hair loss and considering medical treatments like minoxidil and finasteride before surgery is important, especially for young patients with rapid hair loss, and that hairline design varies among different ethnicities.
1 citations
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September 2024 in “International Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research and Studies” Chemotherapy with carboplatin-paclitaxel causes hair loss in all patients.
1 citations
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April 2023 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Climate-related nutritional stress may cause hair loss in juvenile male Guadalupe fur seals.
September 2025 in “Cureus” There is no standard treatment for CCCA, and practices vary widely.
September 2024 in “Portuguese Journal of Dermatology and Venereology” CCCA and LPP may be related hair loss conditions influenced by genetics and environment, needing early treatment.
December 2023 in “EPRA international journal of multidisciplinary research” Alopecia areata causes sudden hair loss, has genetic links, and can be managed but not cured.
December 2023 in “Curēus” COVID-19 vaccination does not significantly increase the risk of developing alopecia areata.
47 citations
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April 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Androgenetic alopecia linked to COVID-19 severity; drugs reducing androgen receptor activation may help.
51 citations
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January 2012 in “Annals of Dermatology” Asian hair loss differs from Europeans; consider individual needs and psychological well-being for treatment.
48 citations
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February 2014 in “Fertility and Sterility” Women with PCOS often have hair loss, which is linked to acne or excess body hair but not to worse hormone or metabolic issues.
34 citations
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April 2009 in “Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy” Some treatments work for common baldness, but there's less evidence for other hair loss types, and more research is needed.
20 citations
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November 2013 in “The Open Cancer Journal” Hair loss from cancer treatment is very distressing for women due to its impact on self-image and social stigma.
19 citations
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May 2011 in “Dermatologic Therapy” The document suggests using hairpieces, wigs, and safe cosmetic techniques to hide hair loss from alopecia areata.
11 citations
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November 2021 in “BMJ Open” People with alopecia areata have higher rates of mental health issues, autoimmune diseases, and infections.
7 citations
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January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology” Hair loss can be caused by stress, infections, drugs, and various diseases, with treatment depending on accurate diagnosis.
August 2020 in “International Journal of Clinical Practice” No link between hair loss and blood groups or Rhesus factor.
421 citations
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April 2012 in “The New England Journal of Medicine” Alopecia Areata is an autoimmune condition causing hair loss with no cure and treatments that often don't work well.
16 citations
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February 2016 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” Indian women with PCOS from Delhi and Srinagar show different symptoms, with Delhi women having higher obesity and blood sugar issues, and Srinagar women showing more hair growth and testosterone levels.
67 citations
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November 2002 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The document concludes that careful evaluation is key to diagnose and treat women with hair loss, with tests for thyroid, iron, and hormones as needed.
35 citations
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January 2014 in “Postepy Dermatologii I Alergologii” DHT's role in hair loss is important, but measuring its level for diagnosis is questionable.