4 citations
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February 2021 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” Trichoscopy is a quick and reliable way to diagnose hair loss in women.
32 citations
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September 2017 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Oral isotretinoin effectively treats yellow facial papules in frontal fibrosing alopecia patients.
61 citations
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January 2019 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” The cause of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia is unclear, diagnosis involves clinical evaluation and various treatments exist, but their effectiveness is uncertain.
179 citations
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December 2004 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Some postmenopausal women with frontal fibrosing alopecia stopped losing hair with finasteride treatment, hinting at a possible hormonal cause.
September 2019 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Using a microfoam plaster on the forehead helps prevent eyelid swelling after hair transplant surgery.
3 citations
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December 2008 in “The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery” Hair transplantation has evolved to refined techniques like FUE and FUT, with Finasteride and Minoxidil as the only other proven treatments for hair loss.
3 citations
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August 1998 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Bobby Limmer was crucial in developing a hair transplant method that uses natural hair groupings for a more realistic look.
April 2016 in “Journal of Aesthetic Nursing” Men are increasingly removing body hair for looks and cleanliness, and while hair loss can cause distress, it doesn't affect their self-esteem as much as it does in women.
126 citations
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April 2006 in “International Journal of Dermatology” The conclusion is that FFA and LPP have similar scalp biopsy features, making them hard to distinguish histologically, and FFA may be a specific kind of scarring hair loss.
8 citations
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September 2011 in “European Journal of Dermatology” Most treatments for Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia are ineffective, but early anti-inflammatory therapy may help and the condition may stabilize over time.
1 citations
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January 2008 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Treat hair loss in postmenopausal women with diet, avoiding certain drugs, and using medications like minoxidil or finasteride.
November 2024 in “International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery” FUT is a hair restoration method that should be chosen based on individual patient needs and preferences.
June 2024 in “BioSCIENCE” Microinfusion of methotrexate can help treat frontal fibrosing alopecia.
June 2024 in “Journal of Dermatology & Cosmetology” The FUL hair restoration technique is better for aesthetics and causes less scarring.
The article suggests that patients with Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia may have more contact allergies, but it doesn't prove that allergies cause the condition.
Antimalarial agents are effective for LPP, and intralesional steroids are effective for FFA.
August 2016 in “Journal of the Portuguese Society of Dermatology and Venereology” Two women with darker skin had both frontal hair thinning and skin discoloration.
137 citations
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July 2004 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Horizontally sectioned scalp biopsies are more reliable for diagnosing hair loss in women when three samples are taken instead of one.
60 citations
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October 2014 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Dermatologists play a key role in treating skin symptoms of PCOS like dark patches, excess hair, acne, and hair loss.
30 citations
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September 2017 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Men with common hair loss may have a higher risk of heart disease and diabetes, and should be checked for these conditions.
16 citations
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March 2018 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – Global Open” Early surgical treatment for severe facial injuries from high-energy impacts leads to better recovery.
2 citations
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September 1996 in “The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery” The authors suggest using a standard system to name hair grafts to improve communication in hair restoration.
15 citations
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August 2019 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) may help treat hair loss in patients with frontal fibrosing alopecia who don't respond to other treatments.
9 citations
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August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Recognize and treat hair loss conditions that mimic androgenetic alopecia by identifying warning signs and using proper tools.
1 citations
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May 2017 in “Maturitas” The document concludes that managing health issues like menopause, cardiovascular risk, and hair loss is crucial for promoting longevity in aging women.
January 2019 in “Springer eBooks” Some chemicals and drugs can cause hair loss, which usually grows back after stopping the treatment.
1 citations
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November 1992 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” FUE is a popular hair restoration method that uses body hair and leaves no scars.
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.
March 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology” FAPD in children may not depend on androgens and should be treated with anti-inflammatory measures and minoxidil.
2 citations
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January 2019 in “Skin appendage disorders” Early diagnosis and quick treatment improve life quality for FFA patients.