Diseases of Hair
January 2020
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research Variant PADI3 in Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia
Mutations in the PADI3 gene are linked to a higher risk of scarring hair loss in women of African descent.
research Genetic Susceptibility to Alopecia
Certain mutations in the PADI3 gene may increase the risk of developing a type of scarring hair loss common in women of African descent.
research Erosive Pustular Dermatosis of the Scalp: A Neutrophilic Folliculitis Within the Spectrum of Neutrophilic Dermatoses
Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp is a type of skin inflammation often confused with other conditions, requiring continuous treatment.
research Folliculitis Decalvans: Effectiveness of Therapies and Prognostic Factors in a Multicenter Series of 60 Patients with Long-Term Follow-Up
Some treatments for folliculitis decalvans work well, with tetracyclines and a mix of rifampicin and clindamycin being most effective.
research Efficacy of Non-Surgical Treatments for Androgenetic Alopecia: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis
Low level laser therapy works best for hair loss, followed by PRP, finasteride, and minoxidil.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: Clinical and Prognostic Classification
Researchers found three patterns of Frontal fibrosing alopecia, with Pattern III having the best prognosis after treatment.
research Erosive Pustular Dermatosis of the Scalp: Clinical, Trichoscopic, and Histopathologic Features of 20 Cases
The conclusion is that high-potency steroids or tacrolimus are effective treatments for erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp.
research Mutations in Three Genes Encoding Proteins Involved in Hair Shaft Formation Cause Uncombable Hair Syndrome
Mutations in three genes cause Uncombable Hair Syndrome, leading to frizzy hair that can't be combed flat.
research Primary Cicatricial Alopecia
The document concludes that early recognition and treatment of primary cicatricial alopecia is crucial to prevent permanent hair loss.
research Primary Cicatricial Alopecia: Treatment Approaches and Classification
Treatments for permanent hair loss from scarring aim to stop further loss, not regrow hair, and vary by condition, with partial success common.
research Tofacitinib for the Treatment of Severe Alopecia Areata and Variants: A Study of 90 Patients
Tofacitinib is effective and safe for severe hair loss, but full regrowth is less likely after 10 years of hair loss.
research Evaluation and Diagnosis of the Hair Loss Patient
To diagnose hair loss, use a systematic approach including history, exams, and tests.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: A Multicenter Review of 355 Patients
Most patients with frontal fibrosing alopecia are postmenopausal women, and treatments like finasteride and dutasteride can improve or stabilize the condition.
research Alopecia Areata: An Autoimmune Disease Causing Hair Loss
Alopecia Areata is an autoimmune condition causing hair loss with no cure and treatments that often don't work well.
research The Role of Scalp Dermoscopy in the Diagnosis of Alopecia Areata Incognita
Scalp dermoscopy is good for diagnosing a type of hair loss and helps choose the best spots for biopsy.
research Therapy of Hypertrichosis
Individualized treatment plans are crucial for managing excessive hair growth.
research Videodermoscopy in the Evaluation of Hair and Scalp Disorders
Videodermoscopy improves diagnosis of hair and scalp disorders and may reduce scalp biopsies.
research Update on Detection, Morphology, and Fragility in Pili Annulati in Three Kindreds
Careful light microscopy is crucial for detecting mild cases of pili annulati, which weakens hair and varies widely in expression.
research The Surgical Management of Extensive Cases of Acne Keloidalis Nuchae
Excision with primary closure is an excellent treatment for extensive acne keloidalis nuchae.
research A Distinct Gene Close to the Hairless Locus on Chromosome 8p Underlies Hereditary Marie Unna Type Hypotrichosis in a German Family
A different gene near the hairless gene on chromosome 8p21 causes a rare hair loss condition in a German family.
research The Biology of Hair Follicles
Hair follicle biology advancements may lead to better hair growth disorder treatments.
research Folliculitis Decalvans Including Tufted Folliculitis: Clinical, Histological, and Therapeutic Findings
Folliculitis decalvans and tufted folliculitis are related, and a new treatment with rifampicin and clindamycin is effective.
research Alopecia Universalis Associated With a Mutation in the Human Hairless Gene
A mutation in the human hairless gene causes alopecia universalis.
research Postmenopausal Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: A Frontal Variant of Lichen Planopilaris
Frontal fibrosing alopecia is a hair loss condition in postmenopausal women, similar to lichen planopilaris, with ineffective treatments.
research Chronic Telogen Effluvium: Increased Scalp Hair Shedding in Middle-Aged Women
Middle-aged women with chronic telogen effluvium experience increased hair shedding but usually don't get significantly thinner hair.
research Postmenopausal Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia
Postmenopausal frontal fibrosing alopecia may be a unique condition linked to postmenopausal changes.
research Loose Anagen Hair of Childhood: The Phenomenon of Easily Pluckable Hair
Children with loose anagen hair have easily pluckable hair due to root sheath problems, and it might improve without treatment.
research Green Hair: Guidelines for Diagnosis and Therapy
research The Inheritance Of Common Baldness: To Be Or Not To Be?
Common baldness is likely inherited through multiple genes, not just one.
research Trichothiodystrophy: A Study on Sulfur-Deficient Brittle Hair and Associated Symptoms
Trichothiodystrophy is a condition with brittle hair and various physical and mental issues due to low sulfur in proteins.
research Classification of the Types of Androgenetic Alopecia (Common Baldness) Occurring in the Female Sex
Common baldness, also known as Androgenetic Alopecia, is caused by a combination of genetic factors and hormones called androgens.
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research Black Women's Hair: The Main Scalp Dermatoses and Aesthetic Practices in Women of African Ethnicity
Black women's unique hair characteristics and styling practices can lead to specific scalp conditions, which require early diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
research Electron Paramagnetic Resonance Spectroscopy for Investigating Murine Telogen Skin After Spontaneous or Depilation-Induced Hair Growth
EPR spectroscopy showed that spontaneous hair growth results in thicker skin and less pigmented hair than depilation-induced growth.
research Congenital Hypotrichosis Due to Short Anagen Phase
Some children are born with unusually short, fine hair because their hair growth phase is short, but this often gets better by itself during puberty.