October 2025 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Cultural practices can influence trichotillomania, requiring culturally sensitive treatment.
29 citations
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February 2019 in “Pediatric dermatology” Trichotillomania shows specific signs like black dots and uneven hair lengths but lacks certain features of alopecia areata.
January 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document concludes that alopecia has various forms, each with specific treatments, but no definitive cure for certain types like CCCA has been proven.
26 citations
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February 1991 in “PubMed” Trichotillomania can be identified by a "Friar Tuck sign" and nail-biting.
October 1995 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”
September 2025 in “Egyptian Journal of Dermatology and Venerology” Dermoscopy is crucial for diagnosing rare scalp tumors like trichofolliculoma.
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November 2015 in “Hanbang an'i'bi'in'hu pibu'gwa haghoeji” Finasteride, Dutasteride, and Minoxidil are effective for hair growth, while new treatments like laser therapy and PRP show promise with few side effects.
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April 2016 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Autoimmune conditions can be linked to trichoepitheliomas, with treatment focusing on cosmetic concerns.
July 2025 in “Carolina Digital Repository (University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill)” Low-level laser therapy is the most supported non-drug treatment for hair loss, but combining it with other methods may be promising.
Afro-textured hair is more fragile and prone to certain scalp conditions, requiring careful treatment and more research for effective management.
6 citations
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November 2008 in “Hair transplant forum international” Using a special knife helps improve hairline scars from surgery.
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October 2017 in “Dermatologic Clinics” New treatments for male hair loss show promise but need more research for safety and effectiveness.
January 2013 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Hair disorders need a holistic approach, including medical, cosmetic, and psychological support.
9 citations
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September 2006 in “Clinical Pediatrics” Pediatricians should treat some hair loss types in children and refer others to a dermatologist.
July 2016 in “Indiana Magazine of History (Indiana University)” A combination of dietary changes, lifestyle adjustments, acupuncture, and herbal treatment improved hair growth by 70%.
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May 2022 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Trichoscopy and pathological examination both have unique benefits and cannot completely replace each other in evaluating hair.
March 2026 in “Preprints.org” Platelet-rich plasma, microneedling with minoxidil, and topical finasteride are promising treatments for hair loss.
May 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology” Laser hair removal might help prevent trichoepithelioma lesions, but more testing is needed.
April 2026 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” Laser therapies may improve scarring alopecia, but more research is needed.
February 2014 in “PubMed” Effective treatments exist only for certain types of hair loss, and many hair loss treatments do not guarantee significant improvement.
20 citations
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July 2008 in “Dermatologic Therapy” The document says that treating the root cause of hair follicle damage is crucial to prevent permanent hair loss, and treatment options vary.
26 citations
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September 2016 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Trichoscopy is good for telling apart tinea capitis and alopecia areata in kids.
May 2024 in “International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery” New treatments like PRP, PRF, SVF, exosomes, and LLLT show promise for hair growth.
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October 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” Using methods like lasers and microneedling with drugs can improve hair regrowth for alopecia, but more research is needed on safety and best practices.
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June 2021 in “Cosmoderma” Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) shows promise in skin and hair treatments but results vary with preparation methods.
December 2021 in “Farmacia” Different hair loss treatments like topical mixtures, plasma infiltrations, and oral medicine can stop hair loss and improve hair density and follicle size.
The document concludes that current hair loss treatments have limitations and suggests researching new treatments targeting different factors of hair loss.
January 2016 in “Journal of clinical & experimental dermatology research” New methods can diagnose hair loss by examining the scalp and can treat it with a mix of oral and topical medications, along with cosmetic procedures like hair transplants.
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January 2017 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Trichoscopy helps tell apart alopecia areata and trichotillomania in Asians by looking at specific hair and scalp features.
July 2023 in “RCMOS - Revista Científica Multidisciplinar O Saber” Scalp therapy in barbershops boosts service quality and business opportunities in men's grooming.