Eyelid pilomatrixomas are rare, benign tumors that need accurate diagnosis for proper treatment.
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July 1980 in “British Journal of Dermatology” The hair disorder was caused by abnormal protein formation, making hair easily damaged.
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March 1981 in “PubMed” A girl grew extra hair in areas where she had insect bites.
July 2021 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” The trichoscopy-assisted hair pull test is useful for diagnosing different types of hair loss.
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November 2021 in “CRC Press eBooks” Hair shaft disorders cause fragile, brittle, and abnormal-looking hair.
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January 2017 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Superficial cryotherapy significantly improves eyebrow hair growth in alopecia universalis patients.
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April 2012 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks” Trichotillomania is a disorder where people compulsively pull out their hair, treated with drugs and behavior therapy.
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March 2006 in “Journal of Medical Genetics” A mutation in the KRTHB5 gene causes hair and nail issues.
December 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Microneedling may help eyebrow hair growth, but more research is needed.
Erythropoietin overexpression disrupts hair growth and fat formation in mice.
A specific gene mutation causes monilethrix in this family, and minoxidil treatment improves hair condition.
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August 2009 in “Journal of the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry” Trichotillomania is a chronic hair-pulling disorder that starts in early teens and causes distress and hair loss.
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January 2023 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology/Indian journal of dermatology” 5% minoxidil can significantly increase hair growth in TRPS patients.
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April 2020 in “Journal of dermatology” A person with a specific gene mutation had extra teeth, unique jaw and hair features not seen before in this condition.
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January 1993 in “Dermatology” A rare case of isolated trichothiodystrophy was identified, marked by brittle hair with low sulfur content.
March 2021 in “CRC Press eBooks” The document concludes that different patterns of hair thickness and scalp changes can help diagnose types of non-scarring hair loss.
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January 2001 in “Dermatology” Teloptosis is a key point in hair loss that could help in creating prevention-focused hair care strategies.
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January 2018 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” Nail issues are common in alopecia areata patients.
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July 2001 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” SLHA can be hard to diagnose and needs teamwork between specialists.
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December 2001 in “Irish Journal of Psychological Medicine” Trichotillomania is a challenging-to-treat impulse-control disorder where individuals pull out their hair, more common in females, with some treatments showing benefits.
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March 1991 in “PubMed” Hormonal imbalances, including high prolactin and thyroid issues, contribute to hair growth problems in women.
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February 2018 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” A minimally invasive brow lift can effectively manage heavy brows for a natural look.
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November 1987 in “Pediatric dermatology” Four children had unmanageable pale blond hair due to uncombable-hair syndrome.
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January 2005 in “Pediatric Dermatology” An 8-year-old girl with vitiligo developed extra hair growth on her knee after using tacrolimus ointment.
October 2024 in “Dermatology Practical & Conceptual” Using dermoscopy improves diagnosis of scalp and hair disorders in children.
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August 2007 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Individualized treatment plans are crucial for managing excessive hair growth.