112 citations
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September 1968 in “PubMed” Hot comb use can cause permanent hair loss on the scalp.
107 citations
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September 1968 in “Archives of Dermatology” Using hot combs can cause permanent hair loss on the scalp's crown.
14 citations
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September 1968 in “Archives of Dermatology” Using hot combs can cause permanent hair loss on the scalp's crown.
16 citations
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November 2022 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology”
11 citations
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January 2013 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” CCCA is a common, progressive hair loss condition that may not always be linked to hair care practices and requires a biopsy for diagnosis.
Effective management of alopecia in African Americans involves prevention, antibiotics, and anti-inflammatory treatments.
55 citations
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October 2003 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Different hair care practices and conditions affect African American hair and scalp health, requiring specialized knowledge for treatment.
10 citations
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January 2010 in “International Journal of Trichology” Albert Kligman, known for his dermatology research and the discovery of tretinoin, was a significant figure in hair science but faced controversy for inmate experiments.
5 citations
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March 2006 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Albert M. Kligman, who turned 90 on March 17, 2006, made significant contributions to dermatology, including creating treatments for acne and studying skin aging.
June 2023 in “JAAD case reports” The document concludes that "hot comb alopecia" is now called "central cicatricial centrifugal alopecia" and its causes are complex.
June 2007 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Title change to "Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia (CCCA)"; common in African American women; hair-grooming methods may contribute; no effective therapy found; trials needed.
4 citations
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March 2009 in “British Journal of Dermatology” The conference highlighted new dermatological treatments and emphasized early intervention and addressing conditions lacking evidence-based treatments.
4 citations
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January 2021 in “Skin appendage disorders” Hair straightening can damage hair and pose health risks, including exposure to carcinogens and hair loss.
42 citations
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August 2013 in “International Journal of Women's Health” Female pattern hair loss is caused by multiple factors and while treatments like topical minoxidil, hormone therapy, and low-level light therapy can help, none can fully cure it.
1 citations
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April 2010 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for managing rare hair loss disorders and that more research is needed to improve treatment strategies.
April 2025 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” Homeopathic treatment helped a girl regrow hair after other treatments failed.
76 citations
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November 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Some African American women's central scalp hair loss is linked to genetics and past fungal scalp infections, with more research needed on other causes.
39 citations
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March 2008 in “Growth hormone & IGF research” Raspberry ketone may help grow hair and improve skin elasticity.
19 citations
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August 2011 in “Archives of Dermatology” CCCA is a common scarring hair loss in African descent women, possibly linked to genetics, hair care practices, and health issues like diabetes.
May 2007 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Hair care practices like using relaxers and tight braiding can lead to permanent hair loss in black women.
80 citations
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March 2000 in “Journal of cutaneous pathology” The VVG stain effectively differentiates scar tissue from normal skin and helps classify types of permanent alopecia.
37 citations
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May 1999 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for preventing permanent hair loss in various scalp conditions, and while new treatments are promising, more research is needed to evaluate their effectiveness.
75 citations
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March 2009 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” CCCA is a hair loss type affecting African women, possibly caused by grooming and chemicals, with various treatments and needing more research.
3 citations
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April 2022 in “Cutis” CCCA is a common, scarring hair loss in Black women that needs early detection.
1 citations
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April 2022 in “The Journal of Family Practice” CCCA causes progressive hair loss in Black women, starting from a central scalp patch.
July 2023 in “Nasza Dermatologia Online” More research is needed on CCCA in children, especially Black and Asian adolescents.
72 citations
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July 2008 in “Dermatologic Therapy” CCCA is a scarring hair loss condition mainly in African descent women, possibly caused by genetics and hairstyling, treated with gentle hair care and medications.
64 citations
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June 2014 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Researchers found a white halo around hair in most patients with a specific type of hair loss, which helps in early diagnosis and treatment.
37 citations
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August 2016 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” The document concludes that better treatments for CCCA are needed and more research is required to understand its causes related to hairstyling and genetics.
32 citations
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November 2011 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Diagnose and manage CCCA with thorough history, exams, and labs; treat with anti-inflammatory agents, stress reduction, and stopping harmful hair practices.