32 citations
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August 2015 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” This review discusses the side effects and diseases related to hairstyles and hair treatments among black women, highlighting the need for thorough examination by dermatologists, but reports no new clinical results.
March 2025 in “The Open Dermatology Journal” This article highlights that trichorrhexis nodosa, a common type of hair breakage, is influenced by factors like heat styling and chemical treatments, with potential FDA action on formaldehyde usage in hair products potentially altering its treatment approach.
15 citations
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October 2016 in “Journal of dermatological treatment” This paper reviews the literature on acquired trichorrhexis nodosa, a clinical hair loss diagnosis associated with hair care practices, particularly in those with tightly curled hair, and emphasizes management through protective hair care regimens rather than traditional prescription therapies.
In this case report, researchers documented a 19-year-old male professional athlete with acquired trichorrhexis nodosa, noting environmental factors like chlorine exposure during swimming may have contributed to his condition, which improved after advice on hair care changes.
2 citations
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February 2013 in “Journal of the Saudi Society for Dermatology & Dermatologic Surgery” This case study describes an acquired localized form of trichorrhexis nodosa resulting from physical-chemical trauma.