September 2021 in “CRC Press eBooks” Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp causes painful, scarring skin lesions on the scalp, mainly in elderly people with sun-damaged skin.
February 2023 in “Cosmoderma” An infant with complete hair loss was diagnosed with a genetic disorder affecting hair growth.
July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia is a type of hair loss affecting mostly older women, with no agreed best treatment.
April 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Mutations in the TSPEAR gene cause a new form of ectodermal dysplasia affecting hair and tooth development.
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July 1984 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” The four patients have a unique type of ichthyosis affecting hair follicles.
November 2024 in “Medicina” Recognizing scalp symptoms in PRP is crucial for proper diagnosis and treatment.
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April 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Cancer treatments often cause hair disorders, significantly affecting patients' quality of life, and better management methods are needed.
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October 2013 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Scalp condition healed with prednisone and tacrolimus.
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October 2019 in “Klinická onkologie” Cancer treatments often cause hair loss and damage, affecting patients' mental health.
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August 2007 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The document discusses a condition causing hair loss after surgery and a type of rosacea affecting the nose, with treatments including surgery and laser therapy.
February 2023 in “Sibirskij onkologičeskij žurnal” Chemotherapy often causes hair loss in cancer patients, affecting their mental health, but scalp cooling can help prevent it.
July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Scalp psoriasis can cause different types of hair loss, with some patients developing permanent hair loss, and treatment may be stopped due to skin reactions.
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April 2021 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” The LED device safely improves neck skin appearance without affecting thyroid function.
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January 2023 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” Scalp seborrheic dermatitis is a common skin condition linked to oil production and bacteria, with specific diagnostic features and treatments like antifungals and corticosteroids.
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November 2024 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Early and accurate diagnosis of posterior scalp hair loss is crucial for effective treatment and better outcomes.
July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Up to half of people experience itchy scalp, often due to skin conditions like seborrheic dermatitis or psoriasis, and treatments vary based on the specific cause.
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February 2010 in “Archives of Internal Medicine” A manufacturing error in a dietary supplement caused severe selenium poisoning, affecting many people and highlighting the need for stricter quality control.
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January 2001 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Coal tar shampoos, salicylic acid, and topical corticosteroids are effective for scalp psoriasis, with Vitamin D3 analogues also showing benefits; severe cases may require stronger medication with more risks.
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September 2000 in “Archives of dermatology” A hair-straightening product caused widespread hair loss and scalp injuries, mainly affecting African American women.
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August 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Wound tension after hair transplant surgery increases with strip size and is higher on the sides, affecting scarring.
January 2022 in “Indian dermatology online journal” A baby with a skin condition improved with treatment but developed a rare form of the condition affecting only his trunk.
January 2012 in “Human health handbooks” Shampoos with specific ingredients are effective and safe for treating scalp psoriasis.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Hair pattern in androgenetic alopecia overlaps with scalp and bone demarcations, with distinct gene profiles affecting susceptibility.
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October 1985 in “Pediatrics in review” Scalp diseases change with age and can be hard to tell apart from hair disorders.
The conclusion is that common non-infectious scalp diseases often have similar symptoms, making diagnosis challenging.
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December 2013 in “International Journal of Dermatology” The document concludes that hair is complex, with a detailed growth cycle, structure, and clinical importance, affecting various scientific and medical fields.
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October 1988 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Hormones, nutrition, and seasonal changes regulate hair growth cycles, with androgens extending growth phases and factors like aging and malnutrition affecting hair loss and thinning.
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January 2019 in “BioMed Research International” Itchy scalp is common, linked to various conditions, and hard to treat effectively.
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July 2013 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Erosive pustular dermatosis is a rare skin disease that's hard to treat and affects the scalp or legs.
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August 2012 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” A rare scalp condition causing hair loss and cysts in young men can be treated effectively with a specific steroid injection.