Accurate diagnosis and tailored treatments are crucial for managing hair loss in humans and animals.
A 16-year-old girl with gum overgrowth and excessive hair growth had successful gum surgery and healed well.
January 2023 in “Pesquisa Veterinária Brasileira” A KRT71 mutation in Hereford cattle in Uruguay causes thin, curly hair and scaly skin.
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April 2001 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Latanoprost, a glaucoma medication, caused excessive eyelid hair growth in many patients.
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November 2014 The document explains hair and nail biology, common hair loss conditions and treatments, oral and genital skin diseases, and the risks and treatments associated with squamous cell carcinoma.
February 2025 in “American Journal of Biomedical Science & Research” A rare combination of hair loss and excessive fine hair growth was found in celiac disease patients.
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November 2006 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Hair transplant surgery is a good cosmetic solution for people with little or no pubic hair, especially to boost their self-esteem.
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November 2006 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Pubic hair transplant surgery is an effective and permanent treatment for pubic hair loss.
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March 2018 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Two children grew extra hair from taking omeprazole, which went away after they stopped the medication.
CRPS I is complex, linked to immune and nerve issues, and needs comprehensive treatment.
December 2025 in “Frontiers in Medicine” ARWH is a rare hair disorder with no cure, but potential treatments include minoxidil and other therapies.
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January 1991 in “Acta Dermato Venereologica” A family had a genetic condition causing hair loss on the scalp, passed down through four generations.
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May 1990 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Diazoxide applied to the skin can increase hair growth without harmful side effects.
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January 2018 in “Endocrine” Cantú syndrome may be linked to pituitary adenomas.
January 2024 in “Oxford medical case reports” Standard treatment for congenital erythropoietic porphyria was ineffective over five years.
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July 2005 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks” Hair follicles could be used for targeted drug delivery, with liposomal systems showing promise for this method.
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January 2006 in “Elsevier eBooks” The conclusion is that different types of hair loss in dogs and cats can be cosmetic or serious, and affected animals should not be bred.
September 2016 in “Elsevier eBooks” Different types of hair loss in dogs and cats have various causes and treatments, with outcomes ranging from good to uncertain.
October 2025 in “Animals” Blue light masks improved coat condition and energy in horses with PPID.
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January 1980 in “Journal of Cardiovascular Pharmacology” Minoxidil treats high blood pressure and side effects can be managed.
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January 1980 in “Southern Medical Journal” Minoxidil effectively treats severe hypertension but has notable side effects.
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January 2013 in “Elsevier eBooks” The chapter explains the causes of excessive hair growth and masculinization in women and how to measure hormone levels related to these conditions.
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December 2004 in “Medicine” Different hair and scalp disorders cause hair loss or excess hair growth, with various treatments available depending on the specific condition.
May 2023 in “Journal of complementary medicine & alternative healthcare” Ayurveda's descriptions of genetic disorders align with modern genetic understanding.
November 2019 in “Harper's Textbook of Pediatric Dermatology” Understanding normal hair growth and loss in children is key to diagnosing and treating hair disorders.
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January 2017 in “BMC Medical Genetics” A new CDH3 gene mutation was found in a Spanish patient with sparse hair and eye issues.
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April 2023 in “Journal of the Hellenic Veterinary Medical Society” Most dogs with paw inflammation had chronic issues, often due to allergies, and certain breeds were more affected.
Polarized microscopy helps identify hair irregularities in genetic disorders.
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October 1988 in “Clinics in dermatology” The best animal model for studying male-pattern baldness is the stumptailed macaque, not rats or mice.
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February 2014 in “Hair therapy & transplantation” A baby boy had two types of temporary hair loss at birth, which might be two forms of newborn hair loss combined.