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October 2019 in “Case Reports in Dermatology” The document concludes that treatment can improve hair growth and symptoms in Fibrosing Alopecia in a Pattern Distribution.
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March 2021 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology (Print)” COVID-19 infection may trigger alopecia areata in some patients.
Seborrheic dermatitis and dandruff are often treated with antifungal and anti-inflammatory medications, which can reduce symptoms and yeast growth on the scalp.
Tumid lupus erythematosus can cause non-scarring hair loss on the scalp and requires careful diagnosis.
November 2021 in “CRC Press eBooks” Fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution is a new type of scarring hair loss that resembles common baldness and an autoimmune skin disease.
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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.
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December 1989 in “PubMed” September 2025 in “British Journal of Dermatology”
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January 1989 in “PubMed” The review found that specific changes in scalp tissue can help diagnose different types of hair loss.
November 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Alopecia areata causes sudden, patchy hair loss due to immune system attacks on hair follicles.
Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia mainly affects postmenopausal women and is linked to thyroid disease, hyperlipidemia, and anemia.
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January 2013 in “Clinical and Developmental Immunology” Alopecia areata is caused by immune system attacks on hair follicles, often triggered by viral infections.
April 2018 in “Rheumatology” Alopecia is common in lupus patients, causing significant anxiety and is linked to the disease itself.
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January 2012 in “International Journal of Trichology” Sudden, unusual hair loss may indicate serious underlying health issues.
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January 2018 in “Indian dermatology online journal” Trichoscopy helped diagnose and cure a child's hair loss caused by a fungal infection.
January 2020 in “JAAD case reports” Systemic mastocytosis may cause a type of hair loss called cicatricial alopecia.
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September 2011 in “European Journal of Dermatology” Most treatments for Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia are ineffective, but early anti-inflammatory therapy may help and the condition may stabilize over time.
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April 2025 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” Hair loss in alopecia areata can negatively affect sexual quality of life.
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January 2019 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” Transverse scalp biopsy sections help diagnose different alopecias by showing hair follicle details and inflammation patterns.
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April 2016 in “International Journal of Dermatology” A young man was diagnosed with trichoepitheliomas, causing thick skin and hair loss.
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June 2012 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” A rare form of alopecia causes hair thinning without bald spots and may be more common than thought, responding well to steroid treatment.
April 2012 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences” No effective treatment exists to stimulate hair growth in atrichia with papular lesions.
October 2015 in “CRC Press eBooks” Scalp biopsy and digital phototrichogram help diagnose and manage different types of diffuse hair loss.
September 2023 in “Cosmoderma” Early diagnosis and treatment of favus can prevent permanent hair loss.
September 2022 in “Medical Mycology” Malassezia fungi may contribute to hair loss and inflammation in androgenetic alopecia.
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January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprology” Alopecia areata and vitiligo can coexist, respond well to treatment, and may have a better prognosis together.
July 2024 in “Clinical Case Reports” Recognizing rare hair loss patterns in young females can improve understanding and treatment.
April 2025 in “National Journal of Medical Research” Autoimmune scalp conditions, especially alopecia areata, are common and can harm self-esteem and quality of life.
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May 2013 in “Canadian Medical Association Journal” Primary cicatricial alopecia, a rare disorder causing permanent hair loss, is hard to diagnose and treat, with treatments like anti-inflammatory drugs and steroids offering varied results and no guaranteed cure. Psychological support for patients is important, and future research should aim to identify causes of the condition.