Lichen planopilaris and frontal fibrosing alopecia are likely the same disease with different clinical appearances.
Different connective tissue disorders have unique symptoms and treatments, with varying outcomes and often require ongoing care from a specialist.
December 2013 in “Research Portal (King's College London)” Hair loss in Lichen Planopilaris is caused by immune system issues damaging hair follicles and stem cells.
January 2010 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document concludes that different types of hair loss have specific treatments, and early diagnosis is crucial for preventing permanent hair loss.
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April 2019 in “Endocrinology and Metabolism Clinics of North America” Transgender patients need proper skin care, especially when undergoing hormone treatments, to manage issues like acne and hair loss.
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March 2021 in “JAAD Case Reports” Nail changes from immunotherapy can be managed without stopping cancer treatment.
February 2026 in “JEADV Clinical Practice” Nail pitting in kids can be harmless or indicate other health issues, so thorough evaluation is crucial.
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January 2018 in “International Journal of Trichology” Wearing a wig caused a skin condition to develop in a woman with hair loss.
February 2026 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” Upadacitinib may effectively treat twenty-nail dystrophy without causing pain.
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January 2018 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Nail problems are common in people with alopecia areata, often leading to cosmetic and functional issues, but more research is needed for treatment guidelines.
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October 2024 in “JAAD Case Reports” Baricitinib effectively treated hair loss and inflammation in a patient with alopecia areata and lichen planopilaris.
February 2026 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” Minoxidil may help nails grow faster and stronger.
January 2024 in “Case Reports in Dermatological Medicine” Baricitinib may effectively treat nail changes in alopecia areata.
April 2014 in “Jurnal Biomedik : JBM” An 8-year-old girl had nail and hair issues that improved without specific treatment, but fungal nail infection was hard to cure.
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October 2005 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The nail matrix has a reduced immune response, protecting it from autoimmunity.
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March 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Clinical signs don't match inflammation levels in lichen planopilaris and frontal fibrosing alopecia.
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January 2022 in “Dermatology Research and Practice” Methotrexate alone is as effective and safe as combining it with prednisolone for treating Lichen planopilaris.
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January 2024 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Methotrexate and azathioprine are equally effective and well-tolerated for treating lichen planopilaris.
September 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Minoxidil, a hair loss treatment, may help nails grow faster.
May 2009 in “Medical and surgical dermatology/Medical & surgical dermatology” Hair and nail conditions can stabilize or improve over time, and new treatments show promise.
July 2025 in “Case Reports in Dermatology” Early detection and treatment are crucial to prevent irreversible hair loss in Lichen Planopilaris.
January 2025 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Low-dose oral minoxidil may help with symptoms and hair regrowth in lichen planopilaris without serious side effects.
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August 2022 in “Cutis” COVID-19 vaccination may cause temporary nail changes, but they're not serious.
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January 2012 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document says that there are treatments for hair and nail diseases.
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November 2009 in “Medical Clinics of North America” Stress, nutritional issues, and chronic diseases can cause hair loss, and nail changes may signal internal diseases; treatment focuses on the underlying cause.
May 2019 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” The document discusses hair and nail conditions, updates on treatments for alopecia, and controversies around finasteride use.
July 1980 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The conference concluded that understanding hair and nail disorders is important, iron deficiency may be linked to hair loss, and while some treatments for skin conditions are effective, they may have risks and high costs.
May 2018 in “European Journal of Dermatology” Adjusting the medication tacrolimus resolved a boy's red nail beds after a stem cell transplant.
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June 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Dermoscopy is useful for diagnosing various skin, hair, and nail disorders and can reduce the need for biopsies.
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February 2006 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Pregnancy causes skin changes like darkening, hair thickening, nail changes, and increased risk of skin growths, most of which usually resolve after birth.