26 citations
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January 2013 in “BMJ Open” Severe baldness on the top of the head is linked to a higher chance of heart disease, especially in men under 60.
24 citations
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July 1987 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Systemic diseases can cause hair loss, which is often reversible with treatment.
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.
9 citations
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December 1981 in “International Journal of Dermatology” The document concludes that early diagnosis is key for treating common baldness in women, but reassurance is often the best approach as hair thinning can be a normal part of aging.
5 citations
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January 2021 in “Skin appendage disorders” Smoking is linked to more hair loss and premature graying compared to nonsmokers.
5 citations
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August 2013 in “Facial plastic surgery clinics of North America” Use a frontal forelock pattern to manage advanced hair loss.
2 citations
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January 2011 in “Dermatologica Sinica” Taiwan reported its first case of a rare scalp condition with no clear cause or treatment.
2 citations
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January 2002 in “Dermatology + psychosomatics” Topiramate may cause reversible hair loss.
1 citations
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November 2024 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Early and accurate diagnosis of posterior scalp hair loss is crucial for effective treatment and better outcomes.
1 citations
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January 2021 in “Acta dermatovenerologica Alpina, Pannonica et Adriatica (Tiskana izd.)” High prolactin levels might be linked to hair loss in autoimmune thyroid disease, but more research is needed.
Higher cannabis exposure may lead to increased hair loss.
Higher cannabis use may be linked to more severe hair loss.
July 2018 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Hair regrowth was seen in 83% of children with alopecia, immune system plays a role in the condition, and various treatments showed effectiveness for hair and nail disorders.
May 1993 in “Medical Clinics of North America” Surgical hair replacement is a viable option for male pattern baldness when done with proper planning and realistic expectations.
36 citations
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June 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Dermoscopy is useful for diagnosing various skin, hair, and nail disorders and can reduce the need for biopsies.
27 citations
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January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology” The document concludes that primary scarring alopecias cause permanent hair loss, have unpredictable outcomes, and lack definitive treatments, requiring personalized care.
8 citations
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March 1979 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Dr. Vera H. Price's 1979 work emphasizes the importance of accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment for hair loss.
126 citations
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January 2009 in “International Journal of Trichology” Oxidative stress contributes to hair graying and loss as we age.
72 citations
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September 1997 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Careful planning and patient counseling can lead to excellent hair transplant results, often in one or two sessions.
28 citations
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September 1998 in “Medical Clinics of North America” Most hair loss can be diagnosed with patient history and physical exam, and a few common types make up most cases.
8 citations
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April 2018 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” Men and women have different hairline restoration needs, with natural design being more complex for women, and hairline changes being important for transgender individuals' transitions.
3 citations
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November 1999 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Examining scalp biopsies in different ways helps better diagnose hair loss types.
March 2026 in “Trends in Sciences” A mouse model was created to study hair loss similar to humans.
February 2009 in “Springer eBooks” Pregnancy can cause more body and scalp hair growth and make nails brittle, but these changes often revert after giving birth.
6 citations
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October 2012 in “BMJ” The woman's hair loss was mainly due to stress and low iron levels, and her hair grew back after treatment.
June 2024 in “Al- Anbar Medical Journal” Acute telogen effluvium can be resolved by addressing causes, but chronic telogen effluvium is harder to treat.
68 citations
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May 2012 in “Annals of Oncology” Some breast cancer chemotherapy can cause permanent hair loss.
175 citations
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November 2009 in “PLOS ONE” Women look young for their age due to larger lips, less sun damage, and genes that prevent gray hair and wrinkles.
70 citations
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June 2010 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Certain groups may need vitamin supplements to improve hair health and prevent other health problems.
45 citations
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March 2010 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” A systematic approach is crucial for managing hair loss in women.