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Normal hair thickness varies by scalp area and a mix of hair thicknesses is typical in healthy individuals.
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630-660 / 1000+ results research An in silico approach to the identification of potential proteomic and genomic diagnostic biomarkers for primary cicatricial alopecia
Certain genes and proteins may help diagnose and treat primary cicatricial alopecia.
research 282 WITHDRAWN
HIF-1A may aid hair growth, Backhousia citriodora improves skin, autologous cells stabilize hair loss, infrared thermography assesses alopecia, and a new treatment preserves hair.
research Disseminated Small Papules on the Face: A Quiz
The woman's skin and hair symptoms were confirmed as frontal fibrosing alopecia, and while facial papules are common in such cases, there's no effective local treatment, but systemic treatments can help.
research Videodermoscopy in the evaluation of hair and scalp disorders
Videodermoscopy improves diagnosis of hair and scalp disorders and may reduce scalp biopsies.
research Hair and scalp dermatoscopy
Dermatoscopy is useful for identifying different hair and scalp conditions and can reduce the need for biopsies.
research HAIR AND SYSTEMATIC DISEASE
Hair loss can indicate underlying systemic diseases and addressing these can sometimes reverse the hair loss.
research Hair and scalp disorders in ethnic populations
Different hair care practices and conditions affect African American hair and scalp health, requiring specialized knowledge for treatment.
research The Diagnosis and Treatment of Hair and Scalp Diseases
Hair loss requires customized treatments based on its various causes and types.
research Trichoscopy Tips
Trichoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing hair and scalp issues, but doctors must be careful to avoid mistakes.
research Cholesterol homeostasis: Links to hair follicle biology and hair disorders
Cholesterol balance is important for hair health, and problems with it can lead to hair loss conditions.
research Hair and scalp disorders in women of African descent: an overview
The document concludes that clinicians should be aware of common hair and scalp disorders in women of African descent and that more research is needed to develop effective treatments.
research Dissecting folliculitis (dissecting cellulitis) of the scalp: a 66‐patient case series and proposal of classification
Researchers found that dissecting folliculitis of the scalp is linked to obesity, severity increases with duration and number of nodules, and early treatment is important to prevent scarring.
research Effectiveness of low-level laser therapy in lichen planopilaris
Low-level laser therapy may reduce symptoms and increase hair thickness in lichen planopilaris patients.
research Current and emerging treatment strategies for hair loss in women of color
Early treatment helps stop hair loss in women of color.
research Updates in the understanding and treatments of skin & hair disorders in women of color
New treatments for skin and hair disorders in women of color address unique biological differences and include specific acne medications, sunscreens, skin lighteners, and hair care adjustments.
research Single lesion of sarcoidosis presenting as cicatricial alopecia: A rare report from India
Sarcoidosis can cause scarring hair loss on the scalp, which is rare.
research Types and Treatment of Hair Loss in Men and Women
The article concludes that different types of hair loss require specific treatments and psychological support is important.
research Diagnosis of hair disorders during the COVID‐19 pandemic: an introduction to teletrichoscopy
Teletrichoscopy is a promising method for diagnosing hair disorders remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic.
research Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia in the Adolescent Population: An Overview of Available Literature
CCCA affects adolescents too, with genetic and environmental links, requiring careful diagnosis.
research Increased expression of psoriasin (S100A7) and interleukin 17 (IL-17) in lesional skin in lichen planopilaris
S100A7 and IL-17 may contribute to inflammation in lichen planopilaris.
research Imatinib-induced classical lichen planopilaris in blaschko-linear distribution leading to cicatricial alopecia
Imatinib can cause hair loss due to lichen planopilaris.
research Traction Alopecia
Tight hairstyles can cause hair loss, which can be permanent if not treated early.
research Follicular Lichen Planus Caused by Wig Use: An Unusual Case of Koebner Phenomenon
Wearing a wig caused a woman's skin condition to worsen due to pressure from the wig's fasteners.
research Commentary: Lichen Planopilaris After Hair Transplantation
Hair transplants can risk reactivating lichen planopilaris, a scarring hair loss condition.
research Trichoscopic Differentiation in Alopecia: Retrospective Case Series Comparing Lichen Planopilaris, Discoid Lupus Erythematosus, and Alopecia Areata
Exclamation-mark hairs and yellow dots indicate alopecia areata, while follicular ostia loss and white scarring indicate lichen planopilaris and discoid lupus erythematosus.
research Machine learning predicts scarring progression in lichen planopilaris: A multidimensional model integrating trichoscopy, vitamin D, and diagnostic timelines
A machine learning model can predict scarring in lichen planopilaris using factors like vitamin D levels and diagnostic delay.
research Expert consensus recommendations on appropriate serological testing for the chief complaint of alopecia
Specific tests may help diagnose alopecia, but their treatment impact is unclear.
research Central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia: retrospective case-control study of 54 patients from a tertiary care center
CCCA mainly affects Black women and is linked to high-tension hairstyles, heating tools, chemical relaxants, and genetics.
research Topical Ruxolitinib in Combination with Oral Minoxidil Results in Hair Regrowth in a Patient with Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia and Concomitant Traction Alopecia
Topical ruxolitinib and oral minoxidil together can regrow hair in certain types of hair loss.