21 citations
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May 1988 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The first in-prison dermatology clinic in the U.S. faced challenges and found certain skin conditions common among inmates, with rare cases of serious skin cancer.
19 citations
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August 2011 in “Archives of Dermatology” CCCA is a common scarring hair loss in African descent women, possibly linked to genetics, hair care practices, and health issues like diabetes.
May 2024 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Many women in Northern Ghana use plant-based cosmetics like shea butter, and their use is more related to being married than to their job, education, or house.
July 2018 in “Nasza Dermatologia Online” Frontal fibrosing alopecia and ulerythema ophryogenes may be related and can evolve from one to the other.
22 citations
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November 2024 in “Planta” Aromatic plants can naturally help prevent skin aging and improve skin health.
January 2025 in “Surgical & Cosmetic Dermatology” Erbium-YAG laser treatment improved folliculitis decalvans without causing hair loss.
55 citations
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October 2003 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Different hair care practices and conditions affect African American hair and scalp health, requiring specialized knowledge for treatment.
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.
105 citations
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April 2004 in “Dermatologic Therapy” The document concludes that proper diagnosis and a combination of medical, hair-care, and surgical treatments are important for managing alopecia in black women.
29 citations
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March 1983 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” New treatments for psoriasis have improved effectiveness and may reduce long-term side effects when combined with standard therapies.
13 citations
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July 2011 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Clobetasol and pimecrolimus are similarly effective for alopecia areata, but pimecrolimus has fewer side effects and is preferred for long-term use.
January 2013 in “Springer eBooks” Hair care products are important for appearance and self-esteem, and choosing the right ones can help maintain healthy hair.
183 citations
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January 2018 in “Cosmetics” Essential oils in cosmetics can offer benefits but may cause allergies and should be used carefully.
76 citations
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November 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Some African American women's central scalp hair loss is linked to genetics and past fungal scalp infections, with more research needed on other causes.
73 citations
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June 2003 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Dermatologists need to understand African American hair-care practices to better treat their hair and scalp disorders.
72 citations
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July 2008 in “Dermatologic Therapy” CCCA is a scarring hair loss condition mainly in African descent women, possibly caused by genetics and hairstyling, treated with gentle hair care and medications.
30 citations
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November 2008 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” The conclusion is that the best approach for treating Female Pattern Hair Loss is a combination of different treatments.
25 citations
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September 2010 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” The study found that Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia mainly affects middle-aged African descent women, is linked to certain hair care practices and genetics, and often goes undiagnosed for years.
21 citations
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May 1996 in “Current problems in dermatology” Detailed patient history and physical exams are crucial for diagnosing hair loss.
16 citations
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July 2012 in “The New England Journal of Medicine” The patient was diagnosed with anorexia nervosa and severe malnutrition, requiring urgent refeeding and monitoring.
13 citations
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September 2012 in “Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition” Wheat straw is valuable for its health benefits and various industrial uses.
10 citations
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February 2011 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” The document concludes that proper diagnosis and evidence-based treatments are crucial for managing hair diseases, and psychological support for patients is important.
3 citations
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January 2019 in “Česká a slovenská farmacie” Microneedles could make it easier and less painful to deliver more types of drugs through the skin.
Afro-textured hair is more fragile and prone to certain scalp conditions, requiring careful treatment and more research for effective management.
1 citations
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July 2012 in “Nasza Dermatologia Online” CCCA may be caused by both hair traction and an immune response.
October 2025 in “Current Pharmaceutical Research” The herbal shampoo effectively cleans hair and scalp while being environmentally friendly.
September 2025 in “Journal of Science Innovations and Nature of Earth” Anthocyanins in berries and purple veggies offer health benefits but need better processing for full use.
October 2023 in “Cognizance journal” The document suggests using natural remedies like bloodletting and honey for various health issues but lacks scientific evidence for their effectiveness.
Different scalp and hair disorders are more common in certain ethnic groups, with the most common being androgenetic alopecia, which is treated with medications like minoxidil and finasteride.
Female hair loss is often hereditary and can be treated with medication, hair transplants, and lasers.