13 citations
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July 1973 in “Archives of dermatology” Tight cornrow braids may cause hair loss.
12 citations
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June 2023 in “JAMA network open” JAK inhibitors effectively improve hair regrowth in alopecia areata with an acceptable safety profile.
12 citations
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September 2020 in “JAMA Dermatology” PRP patients show varied symptoms and need more research to understand related conditions.
12 citations
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November 2018 in “JAMA Dermatology” Collecting sexual orientation and gender identity data in dermatology can lead to better, more sensitive care for sexual and gender minority patients.
12 citations
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December 2002 in “Archives of Dermatology” Sweet syndrome can be the only sign of hairy cell leukemia relapse.
12 citations
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July 1964 in “Archives of Dermatology” Selenium sulfide shampoo doesn't affect hair growth or rest phases.
11 citations
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November 2022 in “JAMA dermatology” Some nutritional supplements may help treat hair loss with generally mild side effects.
11 citations
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January 2012 in “Archives of Dermatology” Polarized microscopy is a quick and free method to correctly identify types of hair loss.
11 citations
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December 2010 in “Archives of Dermatology” A man with rare skin changes on his fingers was diagnosed with multiple myeloma-linked amyloidosis.
11 citations
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May 1985 in “Archives of Dermatology” Calcitriol-resistant rickets is an inherited disorder that affects hair growth and causes hair loss.
11 citations
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January 1985 in “Archives of Dermatology” Topical antiandrogens might treat skin issues like hair growth, balding, and acne, but finding effective treatments without side effects is challenging.
11 citations
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July 1968 in “JAMA” Itching can be an early sign of hyperthyroidism.
11 citations
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January 1961 in “Archives of dermatology” Corticosteroid injections helped eyebrow hair regrow in men with alopecia areata.
11 citations
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May 1957 in “Journal of the American Medical Association” Emollient creams prevent skin dryness and benefit from shared knowledge between cosmetic makers and doctors.
10 citations
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February 2006 in “Archives of dermatology” A man's chest hair turned white after a shingles infection, possibly due to virus-damaged pigment cells.
10 citations
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October 1981 in “Archives of Dermatology” The man's skin condition was finally identified as tinea incognito, a fungal infection.
10 citations
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July 1981 in “Archives of Otolaryngology-head & Neck Surgery” Short scalp flaps are easier but not good for severe baldness; Juri flaps are complex but better for density and coverage.
10 citations
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May 1974 in “American journal of diseases of children” The girl had a rare disorder causing mental and physical symptoms, with weak hair and unclear neurological issues.
10 citations
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November 1946 in “Journal of the American Medical Association” Severe vitamin deficiencies in children can cause significant hair problems.
9 citations
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July 2020 in “JAMA dermatology” Dermatoscopy can help diagnose CCCA without visible hair loss, offering a less invasive option than biopsy.
9 citations
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April 2018 in “JAMA Dermatology” Topical minoxidil improves hair loss in 80% of women with breast cancer undergoing endocrine therapy.
9 citations
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November 2015 in “JAMA dermatology” A 91-year-old woman's hair turned black in one spot, with skin changes underneath.
9 citations
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May 2013 in “JAMA Dermatology” A woman's hair turned white after taking a cancer drug called dasatinib.
9 citations
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May 2013 in “JAMA Dermatology” Sunlight exposure improved a patient's skin condition, and there may be a link between a certain disease and skin growths; a leukemia treatment caused changes in hair color and growth.
9 citations
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July 1993 in “Archives of dermatology” Pityriasis amiantacea is a scalp condition with thick, greasy scales and sometimes hair loss.
9 citations
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November 1992 in “JAMA” The cause of Gulf War veterans' symptoms is still unknown.
9 citations
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December 1987 in “Archives of Dermatology” Two genetic disorders affect biotin metabolism, causing severe skin, hair, and metabolic issues.
9 citations
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December 1985 in “JAMA” A child day-care center reported cases of contagious fungal scalp infection, indicating a need for greater awareness and control measures.
9 citations
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December 1977 in “Archives of Dermatology” Systemic steroids can effectively treat alopecia areata with manageable side effects.
9 citations
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June 1959 in “Archives of dermatology” Hair can darken after inflammation and then return to its original color.