January 2011 in “Reactions Weekly” Long-term use of minoxidil may cause hair follicles to transform into noticeable terminal hairs, leading to trichostasis spinulosa.
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December 1990 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Tight hairstyles like ponytails may cause hair casts by affecting scalp circulation and causing inflammation.
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June 2015 in “CRC Press eBooks” Male pattern hair loss affects up to 80% of men due to genetics and hormone sensitivity.
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January 1994 in “Journal of Society of Cosmetic Chemists of Japan” Hair grows slower and thinner with age, but a test tonic improved growth in alopecia subjects.
January 2022 in “Clinical Cases in Dermatology” Stress can cause temporary hair loss, which usually gets better after the stress is gone.
The hairline can reliably guide neurosurgical planning.
Androgenetic alopecia is a common type of hair loss in men and women, caused by a testosterone byproduct affecting hair follicles, with sensitivity determined by genetics.
May 2025 in “Journal of the Egyptian Womenʼs Dermatologic Society” Vitamin D3 is a safe and effective alternative to steroids for treating alopecia areata, with fewer side effects.
February 2025 in “PubMed” Thorough scalp exams are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions in people with skin of color.
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August 2018 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Lupus panniculitis of the scalp causes linear hair loss and needs ongoing treatment to prevent recurrence and lupus.
March 2021 in “CRC Press eBooks” Photography is essential for tracking hair disease progression, especially with consistent lighting and documenting specific scalp areas.
January 2025 in “Revista del Centro Dermatológico Pascua” Early diagnosis and treatment can help manage fibrosing alopecia in older women.
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November 2018 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Wearing a ponytail often is linked to hair loss at the front of the scalp in Chinese women.
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January 2020 in “Journal of Dermatology” Temporal hair loss relates to overall scalp hair loss in women.
April 2026 in “Research Square” Trichoscopy is reliable for diagnosing different types of frontal non-scarring hair loss.
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March 2013 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Woman has discoid lupus, frontal fibrosing, and androgenetic alopecia.
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May 2013 in “Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics of North America” The document concludes that careful surgical methods and choosing the right materials are key for successful scalp, skull, and frontal sinus reconstruction.
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January 2015 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” A mother and daughter with similar hair loss conditions and identical HLA types suggest a genetic link between the conditions.
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October 2018 in “Dermatologic therapy” Recognizing congenital triangular alopecia is crucial to avoid unnecessary treatments.
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December 2017 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Frontal fibrosing alopecia can mimic traction alopecia but has distinct features like facial papules and eyebrow thinning.
September 2019 in “Actas dermo-sifiliográficas/Actas dermo-sifiliográficas” Isotretinoin at low doses effectively treats facial papules in frontal fibrosing alopecia.
April 2018 in “British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery” The Gillies temporal incision is a safer and more cosmetically appealing method for biopsy of the superficial temporal artery.
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March 2018 in “Archives of Plastic Surgery” The superficial temporal artery flap is a reliable method for reconstructing complex facial defects with minimal complications.
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January 2013 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Most white Spanish women have a widow's peak, and their hairline measurements could help in hair restoration surgery.
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December 2023 in “Vestnik stomatologii i čelustno-licevoj hirurgii” Using hyaluronic acid fillers for a lateral temporal lift can cause serious blood vessel issues.
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June 2012 in “Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Plástica” The procedure is effective for reducing the forehead despite potential for visible scars.
September 2025 in “Dermatology Online Journal” Biopsy is crucial for diagnosing unusual hair loss causes like lymphoma.
October 2018 in “Biomedical Journal of Scientific & Technical Research” Otoplasty can cause permanent hair loss if bandages are too tight.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Macrophages are more involved in Lichen planopilaris than in Frontal fibrosing alopecia.
March 2012 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Temporal triangular alopecia usually starts in early childhood and treatment with Minoxidil has limited effectiveness.