research Desmoplastic melanoma presenting as primary alopecia neoplastica: a report of two cases
Two women were diagnosed with a rare melanoma that looked like hair loss but was actually a type of skin cancer.
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research Alopecia neoplastica simulating alopecia areata and antedating the detection of primary breast carcinoma
A woman's hair loss was initially mistaken for a common hair loss condition but was later found to be caused by breast cancer cells in her scalp.
research Breast Cancer-Related Neoplastic Alopecia: A Case Report and Review of the Literature
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.
research Treatment of diseases associated with cicatricial alopecia
The document concludes that there are various treatments for diseases linked to scarring hair loss, especially for primary scarring alopecia.
research Alopecia Neoplastica due to Gastric Adenocarcinoma Metastasis to the Scalp, Presenting as Alopecia: A Case Report and Literature Review
Hair loss can occur when stomach cancer spreads to the scalp.
research Postmenopausal Ovarian Hyperthecosis Associated with Rapid Testosterone Excess
Removing both ovaries can treat increased testosterone and related symptoms in postmenopausal women with ovarian hyperthecosis.
research Primary cutaneous follicle centre cell lymphoma of the scalp presenting with scarring alopecia
A woman with scalp lymphoma and hair loss improved with radiotherapy, highlighting the need for biopsies in similar cases.
research Primary cicatricial alopecia and inflammatory bowel disease – is there a link?
Some people with primary cicatricial alopecia also have inflammatory bowel disease, suggesting a possible connection.
research Cervical cancer metastasis to the scalp presenting as alopecia neoplastica
A woman with cervical cancer had rare scalp metastasis causing a unique type of hair loss.
research Primary cutaneous follicle center lymphoma presenting as frontal fibrosing alopecia
Biopsy is crucial for diagnosing unusual hair loss causes like lymphoma.
research Primary Cicatricial Alopecia Successfully Treated with A Combination of Oral Zinc with Nd: YAG Laser. A Case Series of Five Patients
Oral zinc and Nd:YAG laser therapy effectively treated primary cicatricial alopecia in five patients.
research Dermoscopy of neoplastic alopecia secondary to cutaneous metastasis from breast carcinoma
Recognizing specific scalp patterns can help diagnose hair loss linked to breast cancer spread.
research What′s new in cicatricial alopecia?
New treatments and early diagnosis methods for permanent hair loss due to scar tissue are important for managing its psychological effects.
research Cicatricial Alopecia
The document concludes that treatments for cicatricial alopecia are not well-supported by evidence, but hair transplantation shows more predictable and satisfactory results.
research Histopathologic Evaluation of Alopecias
The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of different types of hair loss requires careful examination of hair and scalp tissue, considering both clinical and microscopic features.
research Non-Neoplastic Disorders of Hair
The document concludes that different types of hair loss have specific treatments, and early diagnosis is crucial for preventing permanent hair loss.
research Atypical clinical presentation of primary and secondary cutaneous follicle center lymphoma (FCL) on the head characterized by macular lesions
Some skin lymphomas can look like common skin issues and need careful testing to diagnose correctly.
research Evaluation and Management of the Hair Loss Patient in the Primary Care Setting
Doctors should diagnose hair loss by examining the patient and possibly doing tests, and then treat it based on the type, which may prevent permanent hair loss.
research Alopecias cicatriciais primárias: revisão de achados histopatológicos de 37 pacientes do Departamento de Dermatologia do Hospital das Clínicas da Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de São Paulo no período de 2000 a 2005
Accurate diagnosis of cicatricial alopecias requires thorough scalp examination and multiple biopsy techniques.
research Alopecia in Association with Malignancy: A Review
Hair loss in cancer patients can be related to the cancer itself, treatment, or other conditions, and understanding it is important for diagnosis and patient care.
research Rare Case of Alopecia: Alopecia Neoplastica
A rare case of hair loss was linked to breast cancer spreading to the scalp, but treatment was effective.
research Alopecia Neoplastica: A Manifestation of Metastatic Breast Cancer
Alopecia neoplastica is hair loss from breast cancer spreading to the scalp.
research The cat with alopecia
Cats lose fur due to various reasons, including allergies, infections, genetics, hormones, diet, cancer, stress, and some conditions are treatable while others are not.
research PPAR-γ Agonists and Their Role in Primary Cicatricial Alopecia
PPAR-γ helps control skin oil glands and inflammation, and its disruption can cause hair loss diseases.
research Review of Scalp Alopecia due to a Clinically Unapparent or Minimally Apparent Neoplasm (SACUMAN)
SACUMAN, a rare condition causing hair loss without clear signs, is often misdiagnosed and needs scalp biopsies for accurate detection.
research Feline paraneoplastic alopecia associated with metastasising intestinal carcinoma
A cat with hair loss and illness was found to have cancer spread from its colon.
research Focal alopecia in the dog
Focal alopecia in dogs has many causes and requires various tests for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
research Non‐endocrine alopecia
The document concludes that non-endocrine alopecia in pets varies in treatment effectiveness and often has a poor prognosis, especially in cats.
research The investigation of feline alopecia
Cats lose hair due to itching or health issues, needing various tests for diagnosis.
research Virilizing insulinoma
A rare pancreatic tumor caused a woman's male-like features, treated successfully with surgery and medication.