Hair and Its Disorders: Biology, Pathology and Management

January 2000 in “ Martin Dunitz eBooks ”

Francisco Camacho, Valerie A. Randall, Vera H. Price

androgenetic alopecia alopecia areata hair follicles hypertrichosis hirsutism hair shaft abnormalities systemic diseases

TLDR The book explains hair biology, disorders, and treatments.

The document "Hair and its disorders: biology, pathology and management" provided a comprehensive overview of various aspects of hair biology and disorders. It covered the fundamental biology of hair follicles and the regulatory factors influencing them. The text discussed androgenetic alopecia and alopecia areata, detailing their pathophysiology and potential management strategies. It also examined the impact of systemic diseases on hair health and described various hair shaft abnormalities. Additionally, the document addressed conditions of excessive hair growth, such as hypertrichosis and hirsutism, exploring their underlying causes and treatment options. Overall, it served as a detailed resource on the understanding and management of hair disorders as of 2000.

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