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    Glossary Hair Disorders

    range of issues affecting hair growth, texture, or scalp health

    Hair disorders, also known as hair conditions or hair diseases, encompass a range of issues affecting the hair and scalp. These can include alopecia (hair loss), dandruff, scalp infections, and structural hair abnormalities. They can be caused by genetic factors, hormonal imbalances, nutritional deficiencies, or underlying medical conditions, and often require a multidisciplinary approach for diagnosis and treatment.

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      research Is the Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome a Keratin Disorder?

      84 citations , April 2002 in “Archives of Dermatology”
      This study found that a keratin mutation may cause diffuse partial woolly hair associated with loose anagen hair syndrome in some families, but other genetic factors could play a role in different cases.
      Hair Disorders in Patients with Cancer

      research Hair disorders in patients with cancer

      53 citations , April 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”
      This article reviews therapy-related hair disorders in oncology patients, detailing underlying mechanisms and potential management strategies, but reports no new clinical findings.
      Hair Follicles, Their Disorders, and Their Opportunities

      research Hair follicles, their disorders and their opportunities

      48 citations , May 2008 in “Drug Discovery Today: Disease Mechanisms”
      This review discusses recent advancements in understanding hair follicles, their disorders, and potential therapeutic opportunities, but it reports no new clinical findings.
      Disorders of Hair Growth: Diagnosis and Treatment

      research Disorders of hair growth : diagnosis and treatment

      26 citations , January 1994 in “McGraw-Hill eBooks”
      This review discusses various aspects of hair biology and pathology, including hair growth control, hair loss causes, and scalp conditions, and reports no clinical results.
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      community Hair Loss Causes Depression. Not Finasteride.

       187 upvotes 7 months ago
      Finasteride and Dutasteride do not cause depression or mood disorders; hair loss itself may be a more significant factor. Some users experience side effects from Finasteride, but it is generally well-tolerated.

      community High cholesterol causes hair loss?

       16 upvotes 2 years ago
      High cholesterol may lead to hair loss by causing cicatricial alopecia, an inflammatory disorder. Treatments discussed include cholesterol medication and statins.

      community DUPA, Non Responders and Connective Tissue Disorders

       8 upvotes 1 year ago
      A 27-year-old male with diffuse hair loss, including the donor area, did not respond to finasteride, dutasteride, or minoxidil. He suspects his hair loss may be linked to a mild connective tissue disorder, possibly affecting the structural support of hair follicles, rather than being purely hormonal.
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