13 citations
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June 2012 in “Journal of Dermatological Case Reports” An 8-year-old boy with hair-pulling disorder had a bald patch that was confirmed not to be a fungal infection and was treated with therapy.
12 citations
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January 2017 in “Skin appendage disorders” Two patients with skin lupus were mistakenly thought to have a different scalp condition but improved with lupus treatment.
12 citations
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November 1987 in “Pediatric dermatology” Four children had unmanageable pale blond hair due to uncombable-hair syndrome.
10 citations
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January 2012 in “Lupus” NEMO syndrome and systemic lupus erythematosus are linked in a new disease association.
10 citations
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February 2011 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” The document concludes that proper diagnosis and evidence-based treatments are crucial for managing hair diseases, and psychological support for patients is important.
10 citations
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November 1997 in “British Journal of Dermatology” A 10-year-old boy had the earliest reported case of hair that became progressively kinkier but eventually returned to normal on its own.
9 citations
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January 2005 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Fox Fordyce disease can occur in prepubertal girls and may be underdiagnosed.
6 citations
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September 2005 in “Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy” Androgen therapy can help with symptoms like low libido in women, but more research is needed to understand its long-term safety and effects on health.
5 citations
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March 2015 in “Women's Health” The document concludes that diagnosing PCOS requires a thorough approach, considering various symptoms and risks, and calls for improved methods to identify PCOS types and prevent diabetes.
5 citations
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May 2008 in “Pediatric Diabetes” Low-glycemic index diets are beneficial for weight loss and satiety, but more research is needed on long-term effects and individualized approaches are recommended.
4 citations
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June 2014 in “The Journal of Dermatology” Elkonyxis, a rare nail condition, improved when patients stopped their nail-picking habits.
3 citations
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August 1986 in “BMJ. British medical journal” Women with excessive hair growth often have hormonal issues and need medical advice and treatment.
2 citations
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December 2020 in “Endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism case reports” A man with hypoparathyroidism had other health issues that led to a diagnosis of a rare autoimmune disorder, APS-1.
1 citations
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May 2023 in “Curēus” A man had a benign pilar cyst on his face, which is rare and was successfully removed by surgery.
1 citations
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July 2014 in “International Journal of Dermatology” A cancer patient developed a type of hair loss after starting a cancer drug called vandetanib.
1 citations
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January 2014 in “Springer eBooks” Adult acne is more common in women, often linked to hormones, and can be harder to treat.
1 citations
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February 2004 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Hair loss improved with treatment and successful transplant.
February 2026 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Vitiligo is influenced by genetics and environment, and combining these factors can improve early detection and prevention.
October 2025 in “Dermatology Practical & Conceptual” Severe COVID-19 often leads to hair loss in India.
September 2025 in “Cureus” Equilibrium dialysis can accurately measure testosterone levels when lab results are inconsistent.
April 2025 in “International Journal of Ayurveda and Pharma Research” Ayurvedic treatment can reverse premature graying and improve hair health.
July 2024 in “Annals of Phytomedicine An International Journal” Herbal ingredients like aloe vera and hibiscus can help with hair problems like hair loss and dandruff.
Early-onset baldness is linked to genetics, lifestyle, and can indicate higher risk for heart and metabolic diseases, and affects mental health.
A rare skin condition in a 17-year-old was diagnosed late, stressing the need for careful evaluation and genetic testing.
January 2022 in “International journal of zoology and animal biology” Dogs with dermatomyositis, especially Collies and Shetland Sheepdogs, need better treatments for their skin and muscle inflammation.
July 2021 in “International journal of homoeopathic sciences” Homeopathic treatment can help manage alopecia areata in children.
May 2020 in “International Journal of Clinical Obstetrics and Gynaecology” The combined therapy improved symptoms in PCOS patients.
Hidradenitis Suppurativa has genetic links, with certain gene mutations more common in patients and a third of cases having a family history.
February 2020 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” EPDS is a rare, chronic scalp condition that's hard to treat and needs better awareness for improved outcomes.
April 2019 in “Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research” The grey patch variant of tinea capitis is most common, mainly spread through family and animals.