Diseases of the Hair and Scalp

The document "Diseases of the Hair and Scalp" was a comprehensive and well-referenced text that covered the biology and clinical assessment of hair growth, both normal and abnormal. It included detailed discussions on the embryology, physiology, structure, and function of the hair follicle, as well as the physical properties of the hair shaft. The text addressed normal and abnormal body hair growth in children through puberty, and provided explanations for conditions such as androgenetic alopecia, hirsutism, and other causes of alopecia. It also covered topics like traumatic alopecia, alopecia areata, cicatricial alopecia, hair color, infections, infestations, psychological factors, hair cosmetics, nevi, tumors, and cysts. Additionally, it discussed systemic, skin, and scalp diseases affecting hair growth and offered techniques for evaluating patients with hair loss complaints. The book was noted for being well-indexed and organized, allowing readers to quickly find information on specific questions.