June 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Different immune responses cause hair loss in scalp diseases, with unique patterns in scalp psoriasis possibly protecting against hair loss.
57 citations
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March 2011 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Nearly half of children with primary immunodeficiency disorders showed skin problems, often as the first sign of their condition.
20 citations
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February 2022 in “British Journal of Dermatology” People with alopecia areata have a higher risk of depression and anxiety, and often face unemployment and work absences.
September 2025 in “Journal of Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery” Combining PRP with CGF is more effective for hair regrowth in androgenetic alopecia than PRP alone.
100 citations
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September 1999 in “British Journal of Dermatology” The study found that two enzymes linked to hair loss are located in different parts of the scalp, supporting a common treatment's effectiveness.
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January 2002 Latanoprost, a glaucoma drug, showed potential for promoting hair growth in bald monkeys, especially at higher doses.
2 citations
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July 2024 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” Adults with alopecia areata often have empty follicular openings, while children show more honeycomb pigment patterns.
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November 2023 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Severe itching from shingles can cause hair loss due to rubbing.
May 2026 in “Iconic Research and Engineering Journals” Polyherbal hair oils effectively promote hair growth and scalp health.
13 citations
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September 2016 in “Acta Médica Portuguesa” Many adults in Porto have acne, but few know or treat it.
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February 2025 in “Swiss Medical Weekly” Integrating best practices for steroid users in Swiss primary care is feasible and beneficial, but doping laws need change.
June 2021 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” PRP improves hair growth in AGA, but higher concentrations aren't significantly better than lower ones.
January 2020 in “Global dermatology” Iontophoresis with a growth factor cocktail helps hair growth in patients with androgenetic alopecia.
15 citations
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January 2025 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Ritlecitinib is effective and safe for treating alopecia areata, promoting significant hair regrowth.
6 citations
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May 2021 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” Higher cell number PRP improves hair density and diameter more than lower cell number PRP.
May 2024 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” Heat-treated Limosilactobacillus fermentum with menthol, salicylic acid, and panthenol promotes hair growth and balances scalp microbiome in people with androgenetic alopecia.
13 citations
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April 2022 in “Anais brasileiros de dermatologia/Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” The document concludes that more research is needed to find effective treatments for Lichen planopilaris and Frontal fibrosing alopecia.
2 citations
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January 2021 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” A simple scalp scraping can effectively distinguish fibrosing alopecia from androgenetic alopecia with seborrheic dermatitis.
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November 2021 in “Biomedicines” New digital tools are improving the diagnosis and understanding of irreversible hair loss conditions.
160 citations
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March 2009 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” New insights show Lichen Planopilaris is a rare, scarring hair loss condition, hard to treat, mainly affecting middle-aged women, and significantly impacts mental health.
21 citations
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September 2016 in “Breast” Cooler scalp temperatures during chemotherapy may prevent hair loss.
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October 2015 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Lichen planopilaris mostly affects women with fair skin and can look different on each person, needing early treatment to prevent hair loss.
The document concludes that diagnosing female hair loss requires careful examination, with treatments varying by condition and psychological support often necessary.
July 2023 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” The document concludes that understanding hair follicle histology and the hair cycle is crucial for diagnosing alopecia.
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November 2008 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Hair extensions can cause hair loss and scalp damage, and these problems might be more common than people realize.
October 2022 in “IntechOpen eBooks” Hair loss due to scarring can be treated by reducing inflammation, removing scar tissue, and transplanting hair. The Follicular Unit Extraction technique is effective but requires skill and time. Future focus should be on scar-less healing methods.
September 1985 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Dr. Rasmussen disagrees with Alexander and Schor, emphasizing uncertainty in genital wart transmission and advocating for discussions on potential abuse and referrals in such cases.
15 citations
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February 2006 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” More research is needed to understand and treat cicatricial alopecias.
10 citations
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July 2019 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” Weekly azathioprine pulse is a better alternative to corticosteroids for treating alopecia areata due to fewer side effects.
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January 2014 in “International Journal of Trichology” Primary idiopathic pseudopelade of Brocq causes gradual, scarring hair loss with no effective treatment.