January 2011 in “Elsevier eBooks” Alopecia in animals can be hereditary, congenital, or acquired, with treatments and outcomes varying widely.
January 2008 in “Springer eBooks” Thyroid disease can cause hair loss and treating thyroid problems might help with hair disorders.
November 1966 in “British Journal of Dermatology” The meeting discussed various skin conditions, treatments, and unusual cases, highlighting the effectiveness of tetracycline in treating rosacea.
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October 1967 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Hair loss in women often doesn't follow a pattern, isn't linked to age, may be genetic, and can be related to thyroid issues or other health factors.
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August 2011 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Looking at skin can help find and treat serious diseases early.
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October 1995 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism” Skin changes can indicate hormonal imbalances and help diagnose endocrine disorders.
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January 2006 in “Elsevier eBooks” Cats lose fur due to various reasons, including allergies, infections, genetics, hormones, diet, cancer, stress, and some conditions are treatable while others are not.
November 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Tofacitinib is effective and has minor, reversible side effects for treating severe hair loss in Iran.
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January 2023 in “SAGE open medical case reports” A new treatment called deucravacitinib helped a patient with severe hair loss grow their hair back quickly.
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March 2018 in “The American journal of case reports” People with the same genetic mutation for Woodhouse-Sakati syndrome can have different symptoms.
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May 2012 in “BMC Endocrine Disorders” Early diagnosis and hormone therapy can significantly improve outcomes for post-partum pituitary insufficiency in resource-limited settings.
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October 2022 in “Springer eBooks” Testosterone is key for male sexual function, and treating hormone imbalances can improve sexual issues.
May 2023 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” Thyroid disease can cause skin, hair, and nail problems, and treating the thyroid condition often improves these symptoms.
August 2021 in “Annals of Agricultural and Environmental Medicine” The article concludes that understanding Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia (FFA) is crucial for effective treatment, which includes medication like 5α-reductase inhibitors and hydroxychloroquine.
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January 2018 Proper nutrition is vital for managing Hashimoto's thyroiditis symptoms.
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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.
2 citations
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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.
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July 2002 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Telogen effluvium is a common type of hair loss that can resolve on its own or become chronic, with treatment depending on early diagnosis.
A young woman with kidney failure had hair loss due to a common hormonal disorder, which improved with hormone therapy.
75 citations
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November 2009 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” Myo-inositol may be more effective than metformin for inducing ovulation in women with PCOS.
53 citations
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March 2014 in “Cold Spring Harbor Perspectives in Medicine” The document explains different types of hair loss, their causes, and treatments, and suggests future research areas.
27 citations
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April 2005 in “Journal of Chemotherapy” Some patients may experience temporary total hair loss from hepatitis C treatment with PEG-interferon and ribavirin.
6 citations
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October 1997 in “CNS Drugs” Psychotropic drugs can cause hair loss or excessive hair growth.
6 citations
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February 1974 in “The BMJ” The document concludes that scalp disorders can be treated with hair washing, specific shampoos, medications, and sometimes surgery or hair transplants, but hereditary baldness is untreatable.
October 2018 in “Springer eBooks” The document concludes that various hair disorders have different treatments, including medication, surgery, and addressing underlying causes.
May 2003 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Hair loss can be treated with medications like minoxidil and finasteride or surgery, but treatment effectiveness varies by alopecia type and accurate diagnosis is important.
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December 1988 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Vitiligo causes white skin patches and is linked to autoimmune issues.
20 citations
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September 2006 in “The Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice/Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice” New drugs are improving treatment for hormone-related diseases in small pets.
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December 2008 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” The document concludes that various childhood hair and nail disorders exist, some may improve on their own, and advances in genetics and immunology could enhance treatment and counseling.
20 citations
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September 1978 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Hair growth is influenced by factors like genetics and nutrition, and more research is needed to understand hair loss and growth mechanisms.