9 citations
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February 2013 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” The article explains how to rebuild parts of the head and face and how to transplant hair to cover scars, highlighting the need for careful planning and choosing the right method for each patient.
April 2018 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Researchers found a new way to isolate sweat glands from the scalp for study and culture.
8 citations
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February 1994 in “Archives of Dermatology” Basaloid follicular hamartoma's appearance can be similar to other skin conditions, and diagnosis should consider both the look and behavior of the tumor.
69 citations
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December 2015 in “Journal of Controlled Release” Nanocapsules can improve clobetasol delivery to hair follicles, reducing side effects.
14 citations
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September 2016 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology” The document concludes that new methods improve the accuracy of diagnosing scalp alopecia and challenges the old way of classifying it.
January 2014 in “Journal of Pigmentary Disorders” Women's hair gets thinner and grayer as they age, with treatments available for hair loss and graying.
30 citations
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May 2014 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” The conclusion is that better understanding and more research are needed to effectively manage follicular and scarring disorders in skin of color, with an emphasis on patient education and cultural awareness.
25 citations
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October 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp is a type of skin inflammation often confused with other conditions, requiring continuous treatment.
51 citations
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November 2010 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The research provides specific measurements for hair follicles that can improve hair transplant and regeneration techniques.
28 citations
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March 2010 in “Histochemistry and Cell Biology” Different markers are found in stem cells of the scalp's hair follicle bulge and the surrounding skin.
August 2017 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences” Trichoscopy is effective for diagnosing different types of non-scarring hair loss.
October 2025 in “Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology” Resveratrol-loaded carriers may help reduce hair loss from chemotherapy when used with scalp cooling.
16 citations
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February 2010 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution is a unique hair loss condition that may respond to antiandrogen therapy.
1 citations
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July 2024 in “JAAD Case Reports” Gabapentin may help relieve itchy scalp in lichen planopilaris patients.
73 citations
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April 2019 in “Experimental Dermatology” The scalp's microorganisms significantly affect hair health and disease.
11 citations
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February 2021 in “Biomedicines” Bacteria in our hair can affect its health and growth, and studying these bacteria could help us understand hair diseases better.
47 citations
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December 2020 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” The document concludes that understanding and treating hair loss requires recognizing its various types and using appropriate diagnostic tools and treatments.
40 citations
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May 2012 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Recognizing specific features of African-American hair can help diagnose hair loss conditions.
39 citations
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January 2011 in “Archives of Dermatology” Reflectance confocal microscopy confirms that yellow dots are signs of damaged hair follicles in alopecia areata.
14 citations
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September 2010 in “Annals of Plastic Surgery” Hair restoration has evolved from surgery to drugs to potential gene therapy, with improved results and ongoing research driven by high demand.
September 2021 in “CRC Press eBooks” Dissecting cellulitis of the scalp is a condition that causes inflammation and scarring on the scalp, mainly affecting African-American men, and can lead to permanent hair loss.
32 citations
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September 2015 in “Dermatology” Certain leukemia drugs can cause severe skin reactions that may require stopping treatment.
January 2016 in “Elsevier eBooks” Trichoscopy is a key method for dermatologists to quickly and effectively diagnose hair and scalp conditions.
97 citations
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September 2011 in “British Journal of Dermatology” The human hair follicle can store topical compounds and be targeted for drug delivery with minimal side effects.
62 citations
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January 2003 in “Dermatology” Sunlight worsens hair loss; protect scalp.
41 citations
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July 2015 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Psoriasis can cause temporary or permanent hair loss.
15 citations
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March 2015 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Seborrhoeic dermatitis may cause a condition called "seborrhoeic folliculitis," leading to chronic scalp inflammation and scarring hair loss.
1 citations
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October 2018 in “InTech eBooks” The document concludes that treatments for cicatricial alopecia are not well-supported by evidence, but hair transplantation shows more predictable and satisfactory results.
90 citations
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July 2008 in “Dermatologic therapy” Lichen planopilaris is a chronic, scarring hair loss condition with no definitive cure, requiring accurate diagnosis and treatment to manage symptoms.
16 citations
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July 2013 in “The American Journal of Dermatopathology” Pigmented casts are common in several hair loss conditions and can help diagnose specific types of alopecia.