October 2025 in “International Journal of Dermatology” JAK inhibitors may help treat certain types of hair loss, but more research is needed.
January 2012 in “Yearbook of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery” Some African American women experience central scalp hair loss, often linked to a history of fungal scalp infection.
5 citations
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February 2004 in “The New England Journal of Medicine” The book provides updated knowledge on hair disorders and new treatments for hair loss.
76 citations
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June 2008 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” The conclusion is that certain scalp tissue changes are characteristic of lichen planopilaris, with mucinous perifollicular fibroplasia being a new feature for diagnosis.
19 citations
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February 2013 in “The American Journal of Dermatopathology” Nonscarring alopecia has higher hair density than scarring alopecia, and hair density can help diagnose the type of alopecia.
3 citations
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July 2017 in “Current sports medicine reports” Athletes can experience various skin issues, which can be treated and prevented with appropriate care and protective measures.
2 citations
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July 2013 in “InTech eBooks” Scalp biopsy helps tell apart permanent and temporary hair loss types and guides treatment.
2 citations
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March 2014 in “Dermatologic Clinics” The editor suggests removing "race" and "ethnicity" from dermatology and creating tools to objectively assess skin color and hair texture.
1 citations
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October 2008 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia is a slowly progressing hair loss condition, likely underdiagnosed, with ineffective treatments, needing more research to understand it fully.
30 citations
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November 2013 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Elastin staining helps assess late-stage scarring alopecia but is not definitive, and clinical diagnosis is still crucial.
25 citations
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October 2012 in “Dermatologic clinics” Laser and light treatments can effectively remove hair long-term.
7 citations
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May 2005 in “Experimental Dermatology” Two mouse mutations cause similar hair loss despite different skin changes.
November 2005 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” The workshop aimed to improve hair loss disorder diagnosis and understanding.
106 citations
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January 2016 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Using platelet-rich plasma with microneedling works better for acne scars than microneedling with water.
February 2026 in “Frontiers in Medicine” FUE hair transplants are generally safe but require careful planning to avoid rare complications.
30 citations
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August 1983 in “Pediatric Clinics of North America” Most hair loss in children is caused by a few common conditions, and it's important to diagnose these properly and support the child's mental health.
22 citations
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January 2018 in “Experimental Dermatology” The meeting focused on understanding, diagnosing, and finding treatments for irreversible hair loss diseases.
17 citations
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September 2012 in “Dermatologic Clinics” The conclusion is that accurate diagnosis of different types of hair loss requires careful examination of tissue samples and understanding of clinical symptoms.
2 citations
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October 2020 in “Dermatologie pro praxi” Early diagnosis is crucial for treating alopecia effectively.
November 2023 in “European medical journal. Dermatology” Early diagnosis and new treatments are crucial to prevent permanent hair loss in scarring alopecia.
November 2019 in “Journal of Aesthetic Nursing” The article concludes that a thorough diagnosis and treatment plan, including medications, non-invasive methods, or surgery, is important for managing hair loss, with a combination of minoxidil and finasteride being particularly effective.
Different scalp and hair disorders are more common in certain ethnic groups, with the most common being androgenetic alopecia, which is treated with medications like minoxidil and finasteride.
May 2010 in “Journal of the Dermatology Nurses' Association” Cicatricial alopecia causes permanent hair loss and is treated to relieve symptoms and stop progression.
February 2004 in “The New England Journal of Medicine” The book is a useful resource for healthcare providers working with hospitalized children but misses some important studies and detailed problem evaluations.
February 2004 in “The New England Journal of Medicine” The book is a comprehensive resource on hair disorders, but lacks information on some conditions.
February 2004 in “The New England Journal of Medicine” The book is a comprehensive and current guide on hair disorders, with minor flaws.
105 citations
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April 2004 in “Dermatologic Therapy” The document concludes that proper diagnosis and a combination of medical, hair-care, and surgical treatments are important for managing alopecia in black women.
89 citations
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December 2010 in “The Journal of Dermatology” The conclusion is that an algorithm using trichoscopy helps diagnose different types of hair loss but may need updates and a biopsy if results are unclear.
19 citations
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June 2009 in “Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery” Proper education can prevent traction alopecia in women of color.
8 citations
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January 2020 in “Plastic and Aesthetic Nursing” The article concludes that different types of hair loss require specific treatments and psychological support is important.