2 citations,
October 2006 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Excessive blow-drying can cause "bubble hair," leading to hair loss and fragility, but improves when heat use is reduced.
3 citations,
October 2007 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Hair ages due to various factors and treatments like minoxidil and finasteride can help, but more research and better public awareness are needed.
13 citations,
January 2012 in “International journal of trichology” The study found that hair fragility in Pili annulati may be caused by cavities and damage within the hair shafts.
11 citations,
February 1989 in “Journal of veterinary medicine. Series A” Crossbreeding certain European cattle breeds may cause hair and physical issues in cattle.
41 citations,
October 2000 in “Dermatologic clinics” Better hair care products are needed to protect against grooming and chemical damage.
May 2023 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” Thyroid disease can cause skin, hair, and nail problems, and treating the thyroid condition often improves these symptoms.
10 citations,
January 2009 in “Elsevier eBooks” Hair growth is influenced by hormones and goes through different phases; androgens can both promote and inhibit hair growth depending on the body area.
30 citations,
August 1983 in “Pediatric Clinics of North America” Most hair loss in children is caused by a few common conditions, and it's important to diagnose these properly and support the child's mental health.
26 citations,
July 2019 in “Dermatology and Therapy” The conclusion is that genetic testing is important for diagnosing and treating various genetic hair disorders.
176 citations,
August 2000 in “The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism/Journal of clinical endocrinology & metabolism” Hormone treatments in transsexual individuals reduce hair growth and oil production in male-to-females and increase them in female-to-males.
139 citations,
July 1991 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Understanding hair follicle anatomy helps diagnose hair disorders.
68 citations,
August 2012 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Dermatoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing hair disorders and can help choose samples for more detailed analysis.
4 citations,
January 2018 in “Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology” The document concludes that hair follicles have a complex environment and our understanding of it is growing, but there are limitations when applying animal study findings to humans.
May 2017 in “InTech eBooks” Trichoscopy and trichogram are useful for diagnosing hair and scalp conditions.
1 citations,
September 2015 in “Clinics in Dermatology” The guide helps doctors diagnose hair problems by suggesting a thorough patient history, physical exams, and various diagnostic tools.
113 citations,
March 2018 in “Biological reviews/Biological reviews of the Cambridge Philosophical Society” Animals that change color with the seasons mainly do so in response to daylight changes, but climate change is causing camouflage problems that may require evolutionary changes.
24 citations,
January 2011 in “International Journal of Trichology” Light microscopy is useful for diagnosing different hair disorders.
36 citations,
August 2018 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Trichoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing hair disorders without pulling out hair.
66 citations,
February 2013 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Dermoscopy improves diagnosis and treatment monitoring for children's skin infections, inflammations, and hair disorders.
July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” The most common cause of hair loss in children is tinea capitis, followed by alopecia areata and telogen effluvium.
44 citations,
January 2005 in “Dermatology” Hair problems can be caused by genetics or the environment, and treatment should focus on the cause and reducing hair damage.
October 2023 in “Biomimetics” The new hair-dyeing shampoo is safe, colors hair evenly, and strengthens it.
87 citations,
July 2009 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Human beard hair medulla contains a unique and complex mix of keratins not found in other human tissues.
14 citations,
June 2016 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Some congenital hair disorders improve with age and can be managed with treatments like minoxidil, retinoids, supplements, and gentle hair care, but there's no cure.
98 citations,
February 2007 in “Seminars in Cell & Developmental Biology” Androgens can both stimulate and cause hair loss, and understanding their effects is key to treating hair disorders.
99 citations,
June 2005 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Hair ages due to genetics and environmental factors, leading to graying and thinning, with treatments available for some conditions.
January 2020 in “Medical journal of clinical trials & case studies” A 37-year-old male with severe skin and internal issues has a rare inherited skin condition called dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa.
2 citations,
July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Trichoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing and managing hair and scalp conditions, often better than traditional methods.
69 citations,
January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology” Trichoscopy is a quick, noninvasive method to diagnose hair and scalp disorders, often reducing the need for biopsies.
1 citations,
October 2022 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” Isolated patchy heterochromia with pili annulati can occur without other health issues.