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March 2022 in “Anais brasileiros de dermatologia/Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Trichoscopy helps tell apart hair loss due to alopecia areata from trichotillomania in eyebrows.
May 2026 in “Journal of International Medical Research” Atrichia with papular lesions causes irreversible hair loss from infancy and is often misdiagnosed.
July 2021 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” The trichoscopy-assisted hair pull test is useful for diagnosing different types of hair loss.
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April 1980 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” A new syndrome may link skin, growth, mental, and hair issues.
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February 2016 in “Cambridge University Press eBooks” The conclusion is that self-concept, shame, and emotion regulation are key factors in hoarding disorder, body dysmorphic disorder, and trichotillomania, and should be targeted in treatment and research.
October 2023 in “Indian dermatology online journal” The young woman has a benign, hereditary skin condition with no signs of a more serious syndrome.
15 citations
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September 2015 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” 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.
September 2025 in “British Journal of Dermatology” January 2020 in “Hair therapy & transplantation” Healthy hair and scalp depend on overall body health.
44 citations
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August 2008 in “Archives of Dermatology” Trichoscopy is a non-invasive way to diagnose hair and scalp problems without needing hair samples.
January 2015 in “Nasza Dermatologia Online” Monilethrix causes fragile, patchy hair loss.
February 2026 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” Plica Polonica is a rare hair disorder causing severe matting, managed by detangling or cutting, and prevented with regular hair care.
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March 1994 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Too much topical minoxidil can cause excessive hair growth, but stopping treatment reverses it.
November 1993 in “PubMed” Hirsutism, excessive male-pattern hair in women, can be caused by high androgens or skin sensitivity, diagnosed by testosterone levels, and treated with hair removal and hormone therapy.
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July 2024 in “Applied Psychology Research” Excessive body hair in women with PCOS can lower self-esteem and cause depression and anxiety.
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April 2004 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Localized hair growth and fat loss may share a common cause in lupus panniculitis.
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September 1985 in “Archives of dermatology” Two boys had a rare skin condition needing to be differentiated from similar disorders, with unclear inheritance due to few cases.
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December 2007 in “International journal of clinical practice” Hirsutism is excessive male-pattern hair growth in women, often caused by hormonal imbalances, and requires ongoing treatment to manage.
September 2017 in “PubMed” Monilethrix is a rare genetic hair disorder with no cure, but low-dose oral minoxidil may help.
38 citations
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July 1998 in “Journal of surgical oncology” A woman with breast cancer developed a rare condition causing excessive fine hair growth on her face and body.
18 citations
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September 1994 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Localized trichorrhexis nodosa is a hair condition where hair becomes fragile and breaks easily due to damage.
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January 2012 in “International Journal of Trichology” Most cases of excessive hair growth in women are caused by polycystic ovarian syndrome and are linked to higher free testosterone levels.
45 citations
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November 1979 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Minoxidil causes excessive hair growth in almost all patients.
September 2024 in “Polish Journal of Public Health” Prescription tablets treat hirsutism, while over-the-counter foams treat hypertrichosis.
July 2024 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” Trichotillomania requires combined dermatology and psychiatry care for better management and quality of life.
October 2015 in “CRC Press eBooks” Trichoscopy is a useful tool for examining and monitoring hair and scalp conditions.
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March 2004 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” 2 citations
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March 2016 in “Serbian Journal of Dermatology and Venerology” A six-year-old boy with excessive hair growth and other symptoms may have a genetic link on chromosome 17q, requiring regular medical follow-ups.