Evaluation of Hair Loss

January 2015 in “ Current problems in dermatology ”

Bianca Maria Piraccini

hair loss pull test trichogram tug test hair weight hair card test hair growth cycle hair fragility hair shaft damage hair physiology hair pathophysiology dermatologists

Studysummary This article reviews the diagnostic process for hair problems, emphasizing the importance of thorough patient evaluation and communication but reports no new clinical results.

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The document from 2015 outlines the importance of a detailed clinical history and physical examination for diagnosing hair loss conditions, highlighting the role of family and personal history in identifying genetic patterns and associated health issues. It describes the pull test as a key diagnostic tool for assessing hair shedding and mentions other techniques like the trichogram, tug test, hair weight, and hair card test for evaluating hair growth cycle, fragility, treatment effects, and shaft damage, respectively. These methods, combined with knowledge of hair physiology and pathophysiology, are crucial for dermatologists to accurately diagnose hair diseases and manage patient care effectively.

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