September 2009 in “Journal of the Dermatology Nurses’ Association” Hair loss significantly affects quality of life, wet combing is better than visual inspection for finding head lice, many with oral lichen planus have allergies, and wet wraps with steroids quickly improve itchy skin conditions.
A 14-year-old girl with Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome was successfully treated with oral Minoxidil and a Silicon supplement.
May 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Oral minoxidil improved male baldness, but had side effects; certain antibiotics effectively treated a rare scalp condition; hair transplants might trigger another scalp condition.
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April 1987 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Stopping the depression medication improved the woman's eyebrow hair loss, and a treatment for a skin condition caused by mites was effective.
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September 2008 in “American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics” Wearing orthodontic headgear can cause reversible hair loss if detected early.
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January 2007 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Red and infrared light therapy improves hair growth in balding patients.
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July 2000 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Propofol can easily cause deep sedation, so caution is needed when using it for procedures.
Psychosis can be an early sign of neuropsychiatric lupus, treatable with tailored medication.
November 2023 in “International Journal of Infectious Diseases” A girl with head lice was successfully treated with sulfur ointment and hair shaving.
January 2015 in “Hair transplant forum international” Up to 10% of hair loss patients might have early signs of a condition called Lichen Planopilaris.
January 2025 in “HemaSphere” The term "low-risk" in myelodysplastic syndrome is misleading and should be changed to better reflect patient experiences and needs.
January 2017 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Levothyroxine overdose can cause hair loss, and zinc deficiency might worsen it.
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January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Pharmacology” High levels of the seizure medication sodium valproate can cause hair loss.
July 2004 in “TSpace (University of Toronto)” A rare case showed alopecia areata and lichen planus occurring together in one person.
November 2025 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Limelight (CB-EVs) safely promotes hair growth.
Aluminum phosphide poisoning can cause horizontal nail grooves and hair loss.
January 2024 in “Annals of Agricultural and Environmental Medicine” Red LED light therapy helps reduce hair loss and improves hair regrowth in long COVID patients.
February 2026 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” Individualized homeopathic treatment with Lycopodium clavatum may help manage alopecia areata and improve related emotional symptoms.
June 2025 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Licensed hair gloss products improve shine and smoothness but require stricter regulation to ensure safety.
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November 2009 in “Journal of diabetes and its complications” Patients with Type 1 diabetes should be screened for pernicious anemia.
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July 2014 in “Actas dermo-sifiliográficas/Actas dermo-sifiliográficas” Latanoprost eye drops caused excessive hair growth and eyelash whitening in a woman.
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January 1987 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The patient's hair loss was likely not caused by beta blockers but possibly by stress or other factors.
July 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Linalool in fragrances may harm hair follicles and contribute to hair loss.
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April 2024 in “International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health” Long COVID symptoms are linked to immune issues, poor blood flow, and lung problems.
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December 1985 in “Dicp-The annals of pharmacotherapy” Carbamazepine can cause hair loss, which may reverse when the medication is stopped.
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December 2025 in “Diagnostics” Stopping zolpidem improved hair loss caused by self-inflicted scalp injuries during sleep.
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June 2022 in “Current drug safety” Topical minoxidil can rarely cause pleural effusion if ingested.
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July 2021 in “American Journal of Medical Genetics Part A” Mutations in the LSS gene cause hair loss and may affect brain development, with varying severity.
February 2026 in “Journal of Dermatology and Skin Science” Finasteride can cause serious mental health issues, so it's advised to avoid it for hair loss.
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July 2005 in “Journal of Ethnopharmacology” Eclipta alba extract improved learning, memory, and stress-related ulcers in rats without affecting movement or causing anxiety.