January 2021 in “Advances in health sciences research/Advances in Health Sciences Research” Two siblings with gray patch tinea capitis were successfully treated after identifying risk factors.
January 2021 in “Indian journal of sexually transmitted diseases and AIDS” A dermatologist helped identify syphilis in a teenager who only had hair loss.
60 citations
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September 2010 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Small white dots on the scalp seen with a dermoscope correspond to sweat ducts and vary with different hair disorders.
19 citations
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July 2009 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” The study found that long-term sun exposure does not significantly affect follicular plugs on the scalp, and the scalp's appearance is unique compared to other body parts.
2 citations
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August 1994 in “Archives of dermatology” A 19-month-old boy with a rare hair disorder showed mild improvement with treatment, but his family chose gentle hair care due to limited success.
20 citations
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October 2005 in “Archives of Dermatological Research”
31 citations
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April 2018 in “Royal Society open science” Sarcoptes scabiei infection causes significant health and behavior changes in wombats.
10 citations
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January 2013 in “International journal of trichology” A woman's scalp nodules were successfully treated with antifungal and anti-lice medications, revealing a rare case of mixed piedra infection.
73 citations
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November 1979 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Minoxidil can cause excessive hair growth.
84 citations
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June 1970 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” 5 citations
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September 2024 in “Biomolecules and Biomedicine” Total glucosides of paeony may help treat alopecia areata by reducing inflammation and hair loss.
5 citations
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November 2012 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Comma hairs are a new sign for identifying scalp fungal infections.
February 2018 in “BMJ case reports” An 18-year-old woman was diagnosed with a rare skin condition called Pityriasis rubra pilaris.
34 citations
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September 2007 in “Experimental Dermatology” The outer layer of Merino wool is rich in sulfur proteins, making it resistant to damage.
33 citations
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February 1996 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Treat scalp and beard fungal infections early with oral antifungal medication and sometimes topical therapy, avoiding unnecessary allergy tests and surgery.
May 2008 in “10th European Congress of Endocrinology”
1 citations
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January 2016 in “Case Reports in Clinical Medicine” Hair loss in HIV patients should be tested for syphilis as well.
2 citations
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September 2019 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” USB videodermatoscopes are a practical and affordable alternative for diagnosing skin conditions.
September 2023 in “Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan Hewan” The dog improved significantly after treatment for skin mites and fungi.
158 citations
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December 2002 in “Development” Msx2-deficient mice experience irregular hair growth and loss due to disrupted hair cycle phases.
January 2024 in “Skin appendage disorders” A man with follicular psoriasis got better after treatment with skin cream and allergy pills.
47 citations
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April 2000 in “Experimental Dermatology” A new gene mutation causes a rare type of hair loss.
11 citations
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January 1997 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” A new protein linked to hair strength was identified, aiding in understanding brittle hair conditions.
7 citations
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November 2011 in “Skin Research and Technology” The study found a specific pattern of uneven melanin distribution on balding scalps that could help understand skin diseases caused by light exposure.
8 citations
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July 2004 in “Journal of morphology” Marsupial hair structure and keratin distribution are similar to placental mammals.
33 citations
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April 2017 in “American journal of clinical dermatology” Early treatment of superficial fungal infections in immunocompromised patients is crucial.
4 citations
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January 2009 in “Acta agriculturae Serbica” Selenium imbalance can cause hair loss and skin issues.
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.
July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Lichen Planopilaris is a hair loss condition best treated early with various medications, including hydroxychloroquine, to prevent permanent baldness.
68 citations
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August 2012 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Dermatoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing hair disorders and can help choose samples for more detailed analysis.