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      Disorders of the Scalp and Hair

      research Disorders of the Scalp and Hair

      January 2018
      Different scalp and hair disorders are more common in certain ethnic groups, with the most common being androgenetic alopecia, which is treated with medications like minoxidil and finasteride.
      Diagnosis and Treatment of Alopecia Areata

      research Diagnosis and Treatment of Alopecia Areata

      January 2016 in “Journal of The Korean Medical Association”
      The document says how to diagnose and treat hair loss from alopecia areata, but there's no cure and treatments vary.
      Alopecia: Managing the Basics

      research Alopecia: Managing the Basics

      July 2015 in “Cambridge University Press eBooks”
      The document concludes that treatments for female hair loss and excess body hair are available, but managing expectations is important.
      Growth of the Hair

      research Growth of the Hair

      521 citations, January 1954 in “Physiological Reviews”
      Hair growth is cyclic and influenced mainly by local factors.
      Treatment of Hair Loss

      research Treatment of Hair Loss

      370 citations, September 1999 in “The New England Journal of Medicine”
      Finasteride and minoxidil are effective for hair loss, but continued research is needed for better treatments.
      Sexual Hormones in Human Skin

      research Sexual Hormones in Human Skin

      305 citations, February 2007 in “Hormone and metabolic research”
      Human skin makes sexual hormones that affect hair growth, skin health, and healing; too much can cause acne and hair loss, while treatments can manage these conditions.
      Mucocutaneous Reactions to Chemotherapy

      research Mucocutaneous Reactions to Chemotherapy

      275 citations, March 1999 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”
      Chemotherapy can cause various skin reactions, with hair loss being the most common, and proper diagnosis and treatment of these reactions are important.
      Hirsutism

      research Hirsutism

      271 citations, December 2005 in “New England journal of medicine/˜The œNew England journal of medicine”
      The document likely offers guidance on treating a woman's excessive hair growth, considering her symptoms and obesity.
      Gender-Linked Differences in Human Skin

      research Gender-Linked Differences in Human Skin

      205 citations, July 2009 in “Journal of Dermatological Science”
      Male and female skin differ in many ways, which could lead to gender-specific skin treatments.
      An Update on Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia

      research An Update on Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia

      151 citations, December 2004 in “Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences”
      Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia is a genetic disorder with two forms, causing symptoms like early puberty and severe acne, but can be identified through screening and treated with glucocorticoids.
      Drug-Induced Hair Loss and Hair Growth

      research Drug-Induced Hair Loss and Hair Growth

      147 citations, April 1994 in “Drug Safety”
      Some drugs can cause hair loss or increase hair growth, but these effects are usually reversible when the drug is stopped.
      Epidemiology and Burden of Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Review

      research Epidemiology and Burden of Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Review

      144 citations, July 2015 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology”
      Alopecia areata is a common autoimmune disease affecting about 2% of people, causing significant disability and often associated with mental health issues and other autoimmune conditions.
      Folliculitis Decalvans: A Rare Inflammatory Scalp Disorder

      research Folliculitis Decalvans: A Rare Inflammatory Scalp Disorder

      112 citations, July 2008 in “Dermatologic Therapy”
      Folliculitis decalvans is a rare scalp condition causing scarring hair loss, treated with long-term antibiotics and other medications, but it often comes back and is hard to manage.
      Histopathologic Evaluation of Alopecias

      research Histopathologic Evaluation of Alopecias

      90 citations, June 2006 in “The American Journal of Dermatopathology”
      The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of different types of hair loss requires careful examination of hair and scalp tissue, considering both clinical and microscopic features.
      Alopecia Areata Update

      research Alopecia Areata Update

      85 citations, January 2013 in “Dermatologic Clinics”
      Alopecia Areata is an autoimmune condition often starting before age 20, with varied treatment success and a need for personalized treatment plans.
      Intracrinology and the Skin

      research Intracrinology and the Skin

      82 citations, January 2000 in “Hormone Research in Paediatrics”
      DHEA stimulates skin oil glands and could help postmenopausal women, with potential for acne and excessive hair growth treatments.
      A Histologic Review of 27 Patients with Lichen Planopilaris

      research A Histologic Review of 27 Patients with Lichen Planopilaris

      76 citations, June 2008 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”
      The conclusion is that certain scalp tissue changes are characteristic of lichen planopilaris, with mucinous perifollicular fibroplasia being a new feature for diagnosis.
      Androgen Receptors And Their Biology

      research Androgen Receptors And Their Biology

      66 citations, January 2001 in “Vitamins and hormones”
      Androgen receptors are key for development and health, affecting conditions like prostate cancer and male pattern baldness.
      Drug-Associated Alopecia

      research Drug-Associated Alopecia

      63 citations, March 1995 in “International Journal of Dermatology”
      Some drugs can cause hair loss, and stopping these drugs often leads to hair regrowth.