June 1995 in “Archives of Dermatology” A woman's hair loss was due to trichotillomania, which is often misdiagnosed and can require different treatments based on age and underlying conditions.
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January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology” The document concludes that a thorough history, physical exam, and specific tests are crucial for diagnosing and managing hair loss effectively.
December 2020 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” Trichoscopy helped diagnose a teenage girl's hair loss as monilethrix.
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June 2016 in “Medicina” Monilethrix is a genetic disorder causing brittle hair, diagnosed using tricoscopy.
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June 2012 in “Journal of Dermatological Case Reports” An 8-year-old boy with hair-pulling disorder had a bald patch that was confirmed not to be a fungal infection and was treated with therapy.
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May 1979 in “Medical & biological engineering & computing” The trichometer accurately measures hair growth and is easy to use.
April 2023 in “Dohuk medical journal” Trichoscopy effectively differentiates Androgenetic Alopecia from Telogen Effluvium.
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November 2005 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” TrichoScan effectively measures hair growth improvements in people using minoxidil.
April 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Low-cost videomicroscopy may not be reliable for diagnosing hair loss compared to standard videodermatoscopy.
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February 2003 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Global photography and phototrichogram techniques are the best current methods for measuring hair growth.
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April 2014 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Dermatoscopy helps diagnose hair and scalp disorders in people with Afro-textured hair, but more research is needed for better understanding and treatment.
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January 2021 in “Medicinski arhiv” Trichoscopy, a hair loss evaluation technique, found that people with Androgenetic Alopecia have more thin hairs, yellow dots, and perifollicular discoloration than healthy individuals.
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July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Triple horizontal scalp biopsies are 98% accurate in diagnosing hair loss, better than single biopsies.
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October 2024 in “Dermatology Practical & Conceptual” Reflectance confocal microscopy is a promising non-invasive tool for diagnosing alopecia areata incognita.
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August 2018 in “Dermatology and Therapy” Better-designed, long-term studies are needed to optimize treatment for trichotillomania and trichophagia.
May 2017 in “InTech eBooks” Hair pulling disorder is treated with therapy and medication; hair loss from tension can be reversed if caught early.
February 2025 in “International Journal of Clinical & Experimental Dermatology” Trichotillomania in children is a sign of emotional distress needing tailored treatment and family support.
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September 2020 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” Trichoscopy is useful for diagnosing and monitoring alopecia areata treatment.
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February 2014 in “PubMed” The document concludes that objective methods are important for diagnosing different types of alopecia and monitoring treatment, and standardizing these techniques is necessary.
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June 2003 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” Accurate clinical, histological, and genetic methods are key for understanding and treating hair disorders.
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June 2020 in “BMC Cancer” Trichilemmal carcinoma shares genetic changes with other skin cancers, suggesting similar causes and potential treatments.
July 2025 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Trichodynia is a challenging scalp condition to treat, needing gentle care and more research for better solutions.
September 2022 in “International Journal of Trichology” Trichoscopic measurements help determine the severity of female pattern hair loss.
September 2024 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Trichodynia is a painful scalp condition linked to hair loss and mental health issues, with limited treatment options.
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January 2000 in “Fetal Diagnosis and Therapy” Prenatal diagnosis of trichothiodystrophy is possible in the second trimester using fetal eyebrow biopsy, with sulfur content analysis being more reliable.
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May 2016 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The document concludes that using a phototrichogram with a protractor and tapeline is a reliable and noninvasive way to measure hair loss.
January 2018 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Trichoscopy can help tell the difference between artificial hair fibers and other scalp artifacts.
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July 2013 in “InTech eBooks” Scalp biopsy helps tell apart permanent and temporary hair loss types and guides treatment.
April 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The study found that Temporal Triangular Alopecia often starts in early childhood, mainly affects the left side of the scalp, and has no effective treatment except surgery.
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January 2015 in “Skin appendage disorders” Children with trichotillomania often pull hair from their scalp, and parents may not notice; stress can trigger it, and asking detailed questions helps in diagnosis and treatment.