Fibrosing Frontal Alopecia: A Comprehensive Study to Understand Its Etiology

May 2024 in “ International Seven Journal of Multidisciplinary ”

Ana Maria de Almeida Batista, Gabriella Lima de Souza e Silva, Ana Luiza de Freitas Silva, Marco Túlio Andrade Silva

Fibrosing Frontal Alopecia cicatricial alopecia frontotemporal hairline recession eyebrow alopecia immunological factors genetic factors hormonal factors photoexposure trichoscopy biopsy optical coherence tomography

Studysummary This review discusses fibrosing frontal alopecia, including its causes, mechanisms, and treatments, and emphasizes the need for further research to improve understanding and treatments; it reports no new clinical results.

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Fibrosing Frontal Alopecia (FFA) is a form of acquired primary cicatricial alopecia characterized by the recession of the frontotemporal hairline and often eyebrow alopecia. Its pathophysiology involves a combination of immunological, genetic, hormonal, and environmental factors, including photoexposure, cosmetic use, trauma, and stress. Diagnosis is primarily clinical, supported by physical examinations, trichoscopy, biopsy, and optical coherence tomography. The study concludes that, due to the novelty of FFA, further research is necessary to enhance understanding and develop more effective treatments.

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research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: Follow-Up of a Brazilian Group

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This study reviewed 38 cases of frontal fibrosing alopecia, observing that diagnosis often occurs years after onset and is more prevalent in postmenopausal women.

research Familial Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia Treated With Dutasteride, Minoxidil, and Artificial Hair Transplantation

17 citations , June 2016 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology”

In this case report, a 46-year-old woman with familial frontal fibrosis alopecia experienced initial stabilization of hair loss with dutasteride and minoxidil, but artificial hair transplantation led to implant folliculitis, requiring removal of the fibers.