66 citations
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March 2019 in “Cellular and Molecular Life Sciences” Melanocyte development from neural crest cells is complex and influenced by many factors, and better understanding could help treat skin disorders.
July 2018 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Hair regrowth was seen in 83% of children with alopecia, immune system plays a role in the condition, and various treatments showed effectiveness for hair and nail disorders.
September 2009 in “Pediatric Dermatology” UVB is good for a skin condition in Asian kids, a lotion works for head lice, a drug helps with a skin blistering disorder, a foam reduces itchiness in skin inflammation, birthmarks can be more widespread, and criteria for a neurocutaneous disorder were agreed upon.
June 2008 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Herpes gestationis is linked to certain antigens, atopic eczema affects T cell populations and may be eased by breastfeeding, higher doses of anti-androgen treatment can improve androgenic alopecia, topical minoxidil increases hair thickness, long-term methotrexate therapy can cause liver fibrosis in psoriasis patients, and Lichen Sclerosus et Atrophicus patients aren't at higher risk for autoimmune disorders.
1 citations
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June 2023 in “Chemical engineering journal” A new microneedle patch treats hair loss effectively with fewer side effects and less frequent use.
48 citations
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October 1996 in “Dermatologic clinics” Some treatments can help with hair regrowth in alopecia areata, but results vary and long-term use is often needed without changing the disease's outcome.
25 citations
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October 1996 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Loose Anagen Syndrome causes easy-to-pull, thin hair, mainly in young girls, and improves with age.
20 citations
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December 1999 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Mutations in the hHb6 gene cause the hair disorder monilethrix.
6 citations
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January 2016 in “Skin appendage disorders” A man with rare Lichen Planopilaris lost body hair, not scalp hair, and treatment stopped itching but didn't regrow hair.
July 2025 in “Journal of Integrated Health Sciences” Ayurvedic treatment effectively improved patchy hair loss using simple, cost-effective methods.
56 citations
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January 2019 in “Skin appendage disorders” The most common hair loss type at specialist clinics is androgenetic alopecia, especially in younger men, followed by alopecia areata and telogen effluvium, with differences seen across regions.
44 citations
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July 2013 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Poliosis circumscripta is a patch of white hair caused by lack of melanin, linked to genetic and acquired conditions.
3 citations
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January 2021 in “Skin appendage disorders” Hair loss due to scalp metastasis from breast cancer, known as Neoplastic Alopecia, has a better survival rate than other scalp metastases and requires a biopsy for diagnosis.
71 citations
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March 2009 in “Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery” Alopecia areata can cause unpredictable hair loss, and treatments like corticosteroids and minoxidil may help but have varying side effects.
6 citations
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January 2020 in “Postepy Dermatologii I Alergologii” Trichoscopy is useful for diagnosing hair-pulling disorder.
3 citations
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January 2012 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document says that there are treatments for hair and nail diseases.
Alopecia areata causes patchy hair loss but hair can regrow on its own.
October 2024 in “Dermatology Practical & Conceptual” Using dermoscopy improves diagnosis of scalp and hair disorders in children.
July 2012 in “International Journal of Trichology” Understanding hair health and disorders is important for effective treatment.
February 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” White hair patch repigmented and hair regrew in a balding patient after treatment with exosomes and laser.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Homoeopathic Sciences” Homeopathic treatment may help manage alopecia areata.
22 citations
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September 2014 in “JAMA dermatology” Ichthyosis with confetti is a genetic skin disorder with consistent ectodermal malformations and various KRT10 gene mutations.
8 citations
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January 2020 in “Plastic and Aesthetic Nursing” The article concludes that different types of hair loss require specific treatments and psychological support is important.
1 citations
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August 2021 in “Canadian journal of neurological sciences” Woodhouse-Sakati syndrome can cause writer's cramp and other varied symptoms, highlighting the importance of genetic testing for diagnosis.
1 citations
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January 2019 in “Paediatrics and Child Health” The document concludes that understanding hair biology and recognizing hair conditions are crucial for managing and treating hair loss in children.
February 2026 in “Cureus” Trichoscopy helps correctly diagnose alopecia areata, not syphilitic alopecia, in patients with recent syphilis.
December 2008 in “The Internet journal of surgery” A 16-year-old girl with a hair-eating disorder needed surgery to remove a hairball from her stomach and small bowel.
277 citations
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December 2019 in “Frontiers in Immunology” JAK inhibitors show promise for treating skin disorders like alopecia, eczema, and psoriasis.
2 citations
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February 2013 in “Journal of the Saudi Society for Dermatology & Dermatologic Surgery” New hair spray caused a hair shaft disorder.
January 2026 in “Medicina” JAK inhibitors show promise for treating various skin disorders effectively and safely.