Afro-textured hair is more fragile and prone to certain scalp conditions, requiring careful treatment and more research for effective management.
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November 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Some African American women's central scalp hair loss is linked to genetics and past fungal scalp infections, with more research needed on other causes.
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September 2012 in “Archives of Dermatology” Hair breakage may be an early sign of a hair loss condition called CCCA in African American women.
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September 2014 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Hair transplants can effectively treat hair loss from CCCA in African American women if there's no inflammation.
May 2023 in “Archives of dermatological research” Some factors like thyroid disease, diabetes treatment, hair dryers, natural hairstyles, and scalp conditions can affect the treatment results for a hair loss condition called CCCA.