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PNH can occur in patients with SLE, so doctors should be aware of this.
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Treat active lichen planopilaris early to prevent permanent hair loss.
April 2017 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Certain flavonoids can improve the growth of pigmented hair in mice.
December 2025 in “Dermatology Reports” Topical ruxolitinib quickly improves non-segmental vitiligo.
Brunsting-Perry pemphigoid can cause scarring hair loss and may be underdiagnosed.