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August 2016 in “Dermatology Online Journal” This study reports that acquired frictional alopecia of the lower legs, often caused by socks or footwear, is a non-scarring condition that may be more common than previously thought.
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November 2023 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” This case report describes post herpetic itch leading to frictional alopecia of the eyebrows and scalp due to frequent rubbing caused by neuropathic itch.
July 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology” This case study reported on a 6-year-old boy with frictional alopecia in the lower limbs, likely linked to his habit of cross-legged sitting and occasional rubbing, highlighting the condition's rarity in pediatric cases and emphasizing the need for further research in this age group.
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April 2019 in “Lasers in Medical Science” This study found that combining fractional erbium-glass laser therapy with topical minoxidil significantly improved hair density and diameter in men with androgenetic alopecia compared to using minoxidil alone over a 24-week period, with no serious adverse events reported.
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May 2017 in “Lasers in Medical Science” This study found that combining ablative fractional CO₂ laser therapy with hair growth factors significantly increased hair density in men with androgenetic alopecia compared to using growth factors alone.