research Alopecia: A Pathologist's View
The review concludes that accurate diagnosis of different types of hair loss requires proper biopsy techniques and understanding the hair growth cycle and underlying causes.
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research Acquired trichomegaly of the eyelashes and hypertrichosis induced by bimatoprost
Bimatoprost can cause longer, thicker, darker eyelashes and eyebrows.
research Hair and scalp disorders in women of African descent: an overview
The document concludes that clinicians should be aware of common hair and scalp disorders in women of African descent and that more research is needed to develop effective treatments.
research Successful Treatment of Temporal Triangular Alopecia with Topical Minoxidil
Topical minoxidil successfully treated temporal triangular alopecia.
research Alopecia Possibly Secondary to Topical Ophthalmic β-Blockers
Topical eye β-blockers may cause hair loss.
research The role of Janus kinase inhibitors in the treatment of alopecia areata: A systematic review
Janus kinase inhibitors show promise for treating alopecia areata but need more research for confirmation.
research A novel PLEC nonsense homozygous mutation (c.7159G > T; p.Glu2387*) causes epidermolysis bullosa simplex with muscular dystrophy and diffuse alopecia: a case report
A new mutation in the PLEC gene causes a rare condition with skin blistering, muscle weakness, and hair loss.
research New aspects of the treatment of alopecia areata
Personalized treatment plans are important for people with alopecia areata.
research Hair and nail involvement in lupus erythematosus
Lupus can cause hair loss and nail changes, with treatments available for both.
research Familial hypotrichosis of the scalp. Autosomal dominant inheritance in four generations.
A family had a genetic condition causing hair loss on the scalp, passed down through four generations.
research Horizontal and vertical sections of scalp biopsy specimens from dermatomyositis patients with scalp involvement
Scalp biopsies from dermatomyositis patients show chronic hair loss without scarring, with mucin and blood vessel changes being very common.
research Vitamin and Mineral Deficiencies in Patients With Telogen Effluvium: A Retrospective Cross-Sectional Study.
People with Telogen Effluvium often lack vitamin D, ferritin, and zinc.
research Platelet-rich plasma combined with intralesional triamcinolone acetonide for the treatment of alopecia areata: A case report
Mixing platelet-rich plasma with triamcinolone acetonide can potentially improve hair regrowth in alopecia areata patients.
research Alopecia in a premenopausal breast cancer woman treated with letrozole and triptorelin
Hair loss can occur as a side effect of certain breast cancer treatments, but minoxidil can help regrow hair.
research Role of vitamin D in hair loss: A short review
Low vitamin D levels are linked to various types of hair loss, but more research is needed before using it as a treatment.
research Primary scalp alopecia: new histopathological tools, new concepts and a practical guide to diagnosis
The document concludes that new methods improve the accuracy of diagnosing scalp alopecia and challenges the old way of classifying it.
research Dermoscopic Findings in Radiation-Induced Alopecia after Angioembolization
Radiation-induced alopecia after angioembolization usually heals on its own and can look like other hair loss types, but patient history helps prevent misdiagnosis.
research Congenital triangular alopecia: A close mimicker of alopecia areata
CTA is often mistaken for AA but doesn't respond to steroids and may require hair transplantation.
research Tumor Necrosis Factor in Sepsis
Topical eye β-blockers might cause hair loss, which usually gets better after stopping the medication.
research The current state of play in the histopathologic assessment of alopecia: two for one or one for two?
The document concludes that choosing the right biopsy site is crucial for accurate alopecia diagnosis, and combining methods can improve results.
research Syphilis presenting as hair loss.
Syphilis can cause hair loss and treating the infection can reverse it.
research Cutaneous Involvement in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: A Review for the Rheumatologist
Skin problems are common in lupus patients and should be treated early to prevent worsening.
research Alopecia areata – Current understanding and management
Alopecia areata is a chronic condition causing hair loss, with new treatments targeting the immune system showing promise.
research Rebound effect associated with JAK inhibitor use in the treatment of alopecia areata
Stopping JAK inhibitor treatment for hair loss can lead to worse hair loss than before the treatment.
research Elastic Staining in Differentiating Between Follicular Streamers and Follicular Scars in Horizontal Scalp Biopsy Sections
EVG staining helps tell apart follicular scars from follicular streamers, aiding in diagnosing different types of hair loss.
research A retrospective study of thyroid structural abnormalities in alopecia patients
Many alopecia patients have undetected thyroid abnormalities that can be found through physical exams.
research Alopecia Areata: A Review of the Genetic Variants and Immunodeficiency Disorders Associated with Alopecia Areata
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune hair loss condition linked to genetic factors.
research Linear and Annular Lupus Panniculitis of the Scalp: Case Report with Emphasis on Trichoscopic Findings and Review of the Literature
LALPS causes non-scarring hair loss along the Blaschko line, with unique trichoscopic findings.
research LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Careful management of blood thinners is crucial for lupus patients with APS.
research Alopecia and mood stabilizers: Two case reports
Hair loss from mood stabilizers can grow back, but the reasons why are not fully understood.