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.
6 citations
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January 2015 in “Dermatology” Trichoscopy helps diagnose hair and scalp problems but isn't always definitive and should be used with other methods.
4 citations
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October 2012 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Dermoscopy greatly improves melanoma diagnosis and reduces unneeded surgeries.
4 citations
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July 2012 in “Dermatologic Clinics” New biopsy techniques and tools improve alopecia diagnosis, and both too much and too little selenium can cause hair loss.
3 citations
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February 2022 in “Cureus” Frontal fibrosing alopecia can sometimes look like syphilitic hair loss.
3 citations
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February 2021 in “Medical journal, Armed Forces India” Combination therapy promotes better hair growth and density.
3 citations
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February 2011 in “Journal of Biomedical Research/Journal of biomedical research” A new mutation in the KRT86 gene was found to cause the hair disorder monilethrix in a Han family.
2 citations
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August 2015 in “Journal of dermatology” A possible link exists between minimal change nephrotic syndrome and complete hair loss.
2 citations
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July 2013 in “Veterinary dermatology” Dog skin with hair loss, when transplanted to mice, regrew hair, suggesting the hair loss cause is likely body-wide, not skin-specific.
1 citations
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October 2018 in “InTech eBooks” The document concludes that treatments for cicatricial alopecia are not well-supported by evidence, but hair transplantation shows more predictable and satisfactory results.
1 citations
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June 2018 in “International Journal of Contemporary Pediatrics” Poor nutrition in young children causes skin and hair issues, highlighting the need for better nutrition education.
1 citations
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October 2013 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Diagnosing alopecia areata is challenging and requires careful examination and various tests to distinguish it from other hair loss types.
March 2026 in “Frontiers in Medicine” Different types of alopecia cause hair loss due to immune system issues, with some allowing regrowth and others causing permanent loss.
December 2025 in “Frontiers in Medicine” ARWH is a rare hair disorder with no cure, but potential treatments include minoxidil and other therapies.
July 2024 in “Plastic and Aesthetic Research” Careful planning and accurate diagnosis are crucial for successful hair restoration surgery.
January 2024 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Development” Herbal hair gels with natural ingredients can reduce dandruff and hair loss while repairing damage.
October 2023 in “European medical journal. Dermatology” Hair loss greatly affects quality of life, and dermatologists are crucial for proper diagnosis and treatment.
Non-invasive methods can effectively diagnose and manage alopecia areata.
July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” The most common cause of hair loss in children is tinea capitis, followed by alopecia areata and telogen effluvium.
July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Discoid Lupus Erythematosus often causes scarring hair loss, is influenced by genetics and environment, and requires early treatment to prevent worsening.
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.
Dermoscopy is useful for diagnosing hair loss patterns in dogs.
Hair transplants can cause hair loss if done while lichen planopilaris is active; wait until it's inactive for two years and check with a scalp biopsy first.
January 2020 in “Medpulse International Journal of General Medicine” Trichoscopy helps diagnose and monitor hair loss, showing different signs at various stages of hair thinning.
34 citations
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February 2012 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology” The research found specific signs to diagnose alopecia areata incognito and noted patients generally regrow hair after steroid treatment.
28 citations
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January 2014 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” Chinese patients with primary cicatricial alopecia often have folliculitis decalvans, benefit from treatment, but may experience relapse, with dermoscopy being a useful diagnostic tool.
13 citations
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August 2020 in “Mayo Clinic proceedings” Women with lichen planopilaris often have thyroid disease, depression, anxiety, and may respond to treatment with slowed disease progression.
13 citations
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August 2017 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Trichoscopy helps quickly identify autoimmune diseases on the scalp but should be used with other standard tests.
March 2021 in “Revista Medicina Cutánea Ibero-Latino-Americana” Trichoscopy helps diagnose scarring alopecia early and non-invasively.
January 2019 in “Elsevier eBooks” Different hair disorders have specific treatments and outcomes, with some resolving on their own and others requiring medication or emotional support.