April 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Both atopy and eosinophilia are linked to more severe hair loss in people with alopecia areata.
3 citations
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August 2010 in “Anais brasileiros de dermatologia/Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” A rare genetic disease caused severe, worsening hair loss from early childhood with poor treatment results.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprosy Sciences” Patients with acne vulgaris have lower serum irisin levels.
December 2023 in “Journal of dermatology” The study concluded that key signs of Keratosis follicularis spinulosa decalvans are changes in terminal hair and vellus hair follicles, which likely start the inflammation and damage to hair follicles.
35 citations
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October 2017 in “JAMA dermatology” Children with alopecia areata should only have thyroid screening if they have Down syndrome, a history of atopy, family history of thyroid disease, or signs of thyroid problems.
November 2023 in “International Journal of Trichology” Trichoscopic features help diagnose and assess female pattern hair loss severity, with inflammation playing a key role.
18 citations
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July 2001 in “International Journal of Dermatology” A 12-year-old boy's hair loss and skin issues improved significantly with medication.
January 2025 in “Journal of Fungi” Advanced dermoscopy techniques improve diagnosis and treatment monitoring for Kerion celsi but don't guarantee full hair regrowth.
January 2016 in “Journal of Dr Behcet Uz Children s Hospital” Alopecia areata negatively affects family life, mental health, and quality of life in young people.
12 citations
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January 2016 in “Journal of Clinical and Investigative Dermatology” Low vitamin D levels are common in people with Alopecia Areata.
13 citations
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November 1985 in “International Journal of Dermatology” The study found clear differences in lesion distribution and microscopic features among trichostasis spinulosa, keratosis pilaris, and eruptive vellus hair cysts.
Follicular atopic dermatitis in dark skin can look different, making diagnosis harder.
July 2021 in “British Journal of Dermatology” A woman with systemic sclerosis developed a unique scarring hair loss combining features of systemic sclerosis and frontal fibrosing alopecia.
November 2024 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” More effective treatments are needed for alopecia areata, hidradenitis suppurativa, and vitiligo.
26 citations
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August 2013 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Certain scalp patterns can indicate the severity and activity of hair loss in Turkish alopecia patients.
December 2020 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature” Hidradenitis suppurativa may be a type of autoinflammatory skin disease linked to gene mutations and immune system issues.
June 2024 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Scalp disease in dermatomyositis causes significant symptoms and has unique features.
9 citations
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December 2012 in “The Journal of Dermatology” Wearing wigs or hairpieces improves self-esteem, adaptability, and competence in women with alopecia areata.
5 citations
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March 2005 in “Pediatric dermatology” Keratosis Follicularis Spinulosa Decalvans is a rare genetic disorder causing skin and hair issues, often inherited through the X chromosome.
June 2023 in “Dermatology online journal” A person with thyroid problems had rare, swollen, bald spots on their scalp caused by a condition usually found on the shins.
19 citations
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July 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” A new tool can predict hair regrowth in patchy alopecia areata patients.
8 citations
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August 2024 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” A comprehensive scoring system for alopecia areata severity is needed.
August 2024 in “Postgraduate Medical Journal” A rare skin reaction from cancer treatment was successfully managed with topical treatments and antihistamines.
January 2026 in “Egyptian Journal of Dermatology and Venerology” Scalp hair loss significantly worsens life quality for many children, especially as they age.
2 citations
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January 2012 in “International Journal of Trichology” An Indian woman with Short Anagen Syndrome had very short hair and a lower quality of life.
12 citations
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March 2004 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”
4 citations
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January 2010 in “Journal of Veterinary Medical Science” The analyses helped identify different skin diseases in the two dogs.
July 2017 in “Chinese Journal of Dermatology” Dermoscopy is effective in diagnosing facial actinic keratosis using specific features.
September 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Seborrheic dermatitis affects quality of life and sleep, linked to stress and nervous system changes.
42 citations
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September 1985 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Trichothiodystrophy causes abnormal protein deposits and distortion in hair follicles.