TLDR The document says that there are treatments for hair and nail diseases.
The document from 2012 provided a comprehensive overview of hair and nail disorders, with a particular focus on various forms of alopecia. It detailed the hair cycle phases and the characteristics of different hair types, terminal and vellus. Hair loss was described as having a significant psychological impact, and diagnostic steps for hair loss included evaluating family history, drug intake, and systemic illness. The document listed causes of hair loss such as telogen effluvium, anagen effluvium, and hormonal changes, and discussed treatments for these conditions, including the use of topical minoxidil and oral finasteride for androgenetic alopecia, and the lack of a cure for alopecia areata. It also covered hair disorders specific to children, racial differences in hair characteristics, and excessive hair growth conditions like hirsutism. Nail disorders such as onycholysis, paronychia, onychomycosis, and ingrown toenails were described, along with their causes and treatments. The document referenced studies indicating the effectiveness of various treatments for alopecia, including scalp cooling and interventions for alopecia areata.
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December 2010 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Aging alone rarely causes significant hair loss; hormones are a bigger factor.
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April 2010 in “Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy” Hair loss in men treated best with early medication or transplant, new treatments researched.
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March 2009 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Effective hair loss treatment in women requires correct diagnosis and can include medications like minoxidil, antiandrogens, and treatments for underlying conditions like PCOS.
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March 2009 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Scalp cooling might reduce hair loss from chemotherapy, but evidence is weak and other treatments are being tested.
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March 2009 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” New insights show Lichen Planopilaris is a rare, scarring hair loss condition, hard to treat, mainly affecting middle-aged women, and significantly impacts mental health.
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October 2007 in “The New England Journal of Medicine” Over one-third of women experience hair loss, with female-pattern hair loss being most common, and treatments include minoxidil and possibly hair transplantation.
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January 2004 in “Dermatology” Oral finasteride works better than topical minoxidil for hair growth, both are safe.
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August 2002 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” 5% minoxidil works better for hair growth and density, with minor irritation.
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April 1995 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology” The document describes how to tell different types of non-scarring hair loss apart by looking at hair and scalp tissue under a microscope.
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September 1998 in “Medical Clinics of North America” Most hair loss can be diagnosed with patient history and physical exam, and a few common types make up most cases.
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January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology” The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of hair loss in children is crucial due to limited treatment options and the condition's psychological impact.
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January 2013 in “Expert Opinion on Biological Therapy” The conclusion is that hair growth can be improved by activating hair cycles, changing the surrounding environment, healing wounds to create new hair follicles, and using stem cell technology.
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March 2009 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of hair disorders is crucial and requires a range of diagnostic methods.
