research An unusual case of trichotillomania and trichophagia associated with authentic hair extension as seen in a young African-American female adult
A young woman developed a bowel obstruction from eating hair from her weave to relieve anxiety.
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research Female hair loss
The document concludes that diagnosing female hair loss requires careful examination, with treatments varying by condition and psychological support often necessary.
research Patterns of hair loss at Sohag University Hospital hair clinic
Androgenetic alopecia is the most common cause of hair loss at Sohag University Hospital's hair clinic.
research A clinico-etiological evaluation of hair loss in rural Indian children – A cross sectional study
Hair loss in rural Indian children is often due to malnutrition, poor grooming, stress, and infections.
research Hair Loss in Children
The most common cause of hair loss in children is tinea capitis, followed by alopecia areata and telogen effluvium.
research Common patterns and etiologic factors of hair loss for women in Karak Governorate, Jordan -
Telogen effluvium is the main cause of hair loss in women in Karak, followed by androgenetic alopecia.
research [Your patient complains about hair loss. Contribution of a skin biopsy in noncicatricial alopecias].
A scalp biopsy can help confirm hair loss types when other methods don't provide a clear diagnosis.
research Mind the hair
Psychological factors significantly affect hair health, suggesting a need for integrating mental health care in treating hair loss.
research Classification of psychodermatological disorders: Proposal of a new international classification
The document suggests a new way to categorize skin and mind disorders into two main groups to reduce confusion.
research Psychological Aspects of Hair Loss
Hair loss can cause and be caused by psychological issues.
research Obsessive-compulsive disorder in dermatology
Skin doctors should recognize and treat conditions like hair-pulling and skin-picking early, often using therapy and medication, to help 50-70% of patients.
research Trichoscopy in Hair Shaft Disorders
Trichoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing hair disorders without pulling out hair.
research Histopathology of non-scarring alopecia
The document describes how to tell different types of non-scarring hair loss apart by looking at hair and scalp tissue under a microscope.
research Histopathologic Evaluation of Alopecias
The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of different types of hair loss requires careful examination of hair and scalp tissue, considering both clinical and microscopic features.
research Diagnosis and Management of Alopecia in Children
The guide explains how to identify and treat children's hair loss, including fungal infections, autoimmune disorders, hairstyle changes, self-correcting conditions, and behavioral therapy for hair-pulling.
research Acquired scalp alopecia. Part I: A review
Accurate diagnosis is key for treating different kinds of hair loss, and immune response variations may affect the condition and treatment results.
research The Histopathology of Noncicatricial Alopecia
Different types of hair loss have unique features under a microscope, but a doctor's exam is important for accurate diagnosis.
research Psychocutaneous disease
Many skin patients have mental health issues, but few dermatologists are well-versed in treating these conditions.
research Alternative uses of dermoscopy in daily clinical practice: An update
Dermoscopy is useful for diagnosing various skin, hair, and nail disorders and can reduce the need for biopsies.
research Alopecia in Children: The Most Common Causes
The four main causes of hair loss in children are fungal infections, pulling out hair, autoimmune hair loss, and stress-related hair shedding.
research Pigmented Casts
Pigmented casts are common in several hair loss conditions and can help diagnose specific types of alopecia.
research Trichotillomania
Trichotillomania, a disorder where people compulsively pull out their own hair, often starts around age 12, is more common in adult females, and can be treated with behavior therapy and medication.
research Histologic Features of Alopecias–Part I: Nonscarring Alopecias
The document concludes that recognizing specific histological features of different nonscarring alopecias is crucial for accurate diagnosis and understanding hair loss progression.
research Tricoses compulsivas
The document concludes that compulsive hair disorders, like trichotillomania, are complex and require careful diagnosis and treatment from both psychiatric and dermatological perspectives.
research Madarosis, milphosis, eyelash trichomegaly, and dermatochalasis
The document concludes that changes in eyelashes and eyelid skin can indicate various local and systemic diseases.
research A trichobezoar in a child with undiagnosed celiac disease: A case report
A gluten-free diet stopped a child's hair-eating behavior and suggested she had celiac disease.
research Psychotropic Medications and the Skin
Psychotropic medications can cause skin problems but also treat some skin conditions.
research Alopecia in children
Most hair loss in children is caused by a few common conditions and is easy to diagnose, but rare types require careful evaluation.
research Rapunzel syndrome: a rare form of trichobezoar in the stomach with some extension into the small intestine
An 8-year-old girl with Rapunzel syndrome had a hairball removed from her stomach and intestines and recovered well after surgery.
research What's missing from this picture? An approach to alopecia in children
The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of alopecia in children relies on thorough examination and history, and while treatments exist, none can alter the course of alopecia areata, which can significantly affect a child's psychological well-being.