7 citations
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August 2019 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” The Mona Lisa's high forehead and sparse eyebrows might be due to a hair loss condition or Renaissance fashion trends, but the actual reason is unknown.
April 2016 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” The back of the scalp has more nerve fibers than the front, which may explain why some people feel more sensitivity there.
12 citations
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January 2016 in “Skin appendage disorders” Repeated botulinum toxin injections for forehead wrinkles may cause hairline recession in some women.
January 2018 in “Springer eBooks” Congenital triangular alopecia is a harmless, non-spreading hair loss condition often seen in young children.
4 citations
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April 2019 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” 5-α-reductase inhibitors, intralesional steroids, and hydroxychloroquine are the most effective treatments for frontal fibrosing alopecia.
98 citations
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January 2013 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Dutasteride may help stabilize Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia, but more research is needed.
2 citations
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January 2010 in “PubMed” Current treatments for postmenopausal frontal fibrosing alopecia stop hair loss but don't regrow hair.
2 citations
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July 2021 in “JAAD Case Reports” Trichoscopy of the beard is useful for diagnosing frontal fibrosing alopecia in men.
February 2025 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Oral dutasteride is a recommended first treatment for frontal fibrosing alopecia.
February 2013 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” November 2025 in “The Laryngoscope” Sodium fluoride's effectiveness in treating otosclerosis is unclear and requires more research.
126 citations
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April 2006 in “International Journal of Dermatology” The conclusion is that FFA and LPP have similar scalp biopsy features, making them hard to distinguish histologically, and FFA may be a specific kind of scarring hair loss.
10 citations
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April 2018 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” The surgical technique of scalp advancement and pretrichial brow lift shortens the forehead and lifts brows, is good for women and transgender women with high foreheads, but not recommended for men and has some risks.
22 citations
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March 2018 in “International Ophthalmology” Taking tamsulosin or finasteride and being older increase the risk of floppy iris during cataract surgery.
22 citations
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June 2011 in “Acta Ophthalmologica” Certain medications like α1-blockers, benzodiazepines, and finasteride increase the risk of floppy iris syndrome during cataract surgery.
June 2026 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Frontal fibrosing alopecia is linked to thyroid disease, lupus, vitiligo, and heart disease.
July 2022 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Isotretinoin with tacrolimus may be more effective short-term for treating frontal fibrosing alopecia than finasteride with tacrolimus.
3 citations
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March 2007 in “Otolaryngologic Clinics of North America” Choosing the right eyebrow and forehead rejuvenation technique depends on the individual's features and goals, and even small changes can make a big difference in appearance.
February 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Babies born after 38 weeks to mothers under 36 years old and not delivered by C-section have a higher risk of neonatal occipital alopecia.
20 citations
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January 2014 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” The critique highlights an error in a review about hair loss treatment, stressing the need for accurate information and caution due to poor evidence quality.
April 2022 in “JAAD International” Women with frontal fibrosing alopecia have similar vitamin D levels to those with other hair loss types, suggesting vitamin D is not a key factor in this condition.
31 citations
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January 2016 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” Frontal fibrosing alopecia and vitiligo might be linked, not just coincidental.
4 citations
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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.
Clinical signs don't match inflammation levels in lichen planopilaris and frontal fibrosing alopecia.
37 citations
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April 2019 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Some treatments like intralesional steroids and 5α-reductase inhibitors are effective for frontal fibrosing alopecia, but more research is needed.
40 citations
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January 2013 in “International journal of trichology” Perifollicular erythema can indicate active frontal fibrosing alopecia.
2 citations
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January 2014 in “Medical Principles and Practice” The study suggests that people with rosacea are more likely to have chronic rhinosinusitis.
9 citations
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June 2019 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open” The procedure safely and effectively lifted the lateral brow, improving appearance with minimal complications.
June 2026 in “Frontiers in Medicine” The excimer laser is a promising and safe treatment for frontal fibrosing alopecia.