research Polarized Microscopy as a Helpful Tool to Distinguish Chronic Nonscarring Alopecia From Scarring Alopecia
Polarized microscopy is a quick and free method to correctly identify types of hair loss.
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research Hair Loss from Scalp Among Women: Do Serum Levels of Iron, Cobalamin, and Folic Acid Matter?
Low ferritin and cobalamin levels are better indicators of chronic hair loss in reproductive-age women than hemoglobin levels.
research Topical SCD-153, A 4-Methyl Itaconate Prodrug, For The Treatment Of Alopecia Areata
SCD-153 shows promise as an effective topical treatment for alopecia areata.
research Histopathology of Scarring and Nonscarring Hair Loss
The conclusion is that accurate diagnosis of different types of hair loss requires careful examination of tissue samples and understanding of clinical symptoms.
research Graft-Versus-Host Disease With Acute Hair Loss: A Distinctive Manifestation of Chronic Graft-Versus-Host Disease
People with allergies or high eosinophil levels have a higher chance of severe hair loss from alopecia areata, and sudden hair loss can indicate chronic graft-versus-host disease.
research Approach to the Adult Female Patient with Diffuse Nonscarring Alopecia
The document concludes that careful evaluation is key to diagnose and treat women with hair loss, with tests for thyroid, iron, and hormones as needed.
research Break Dancing: A New Risk Factor for Scarring Hair Loss
Break dancing on the head may cause a type of scarring hair loss that needs early treatment to prevent permanent damage.
research Histopathologic Evaluation of Alopecias
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.
research Cutis Verticis Gyrata Associated With Chronic Traction Alopecia
Tight hairstyles can cause a rare scalp condition with thick skin folds.
research Pathogenesis, Diagnosis, and Management of Telogen Effluvium
Telogen effluvium is a common, reversible hair loss condition treatable with patient education and sometimes Minoxidil.
research Athena: Specialty Certificate Examination Case for General Dermatology and Dermatology in Primary Healthcare
Alopecia areata has a high chance of persisting and relapsing, with a significant risk of total hair loss, especially if it starts in childhood.
research Skin
Skin problems are common in Lupus patients and can indicate the disease's severity, requiring specific treatments and lifestyle changes.
research Nonscarring Hair Loss Disorders
Most types of hair loss can regrow naturally, but there are no effective cures for male pattern or age-related hair loss, and only limited options for females.
research Bitemporal Scalp Hair Loss: Differential Diagnosis of Nonscarring and Scarring Conditions
Understanding the cause of bitemporal hair loss is key to deciding the right treatment.
research Evaluation of Hair Loss
Detailed patient history and physical exams are crucial for diagnosing hair loss.
research Association of Serum Ferritin with Chronic Diffuse Alopecia in Female Patients
Low iron levels are strongly linked to chronic hair loss in women.
research Hair Loss in Women: Diagnosis and Management of Nonscarring Diffuse Alopecias
Obstetrician/gynecologists can diagnose and manage female hair loss with careful history taking and examination.
research Hair Loss in Systemic Disease
Systemic diseases can cause hair loss, which is often reversible with treatment.
research Alopecia in Three Women of Southeast Asian Descent with Chronic Renal Failure: Possible Association with Erythropoietin Use
Hair loss in three Southeast Asian women with kidney failure may be linked to their anemia treatment with erythropoietin.
research Hair Loss in Women
Up to half of women by age 50 experience significant hair loss, with various types and treatments available.
research 31-Year-Old Woman With Chronic Daily Headache and Alopecia
A woman's chronic headaches and hair loss were cured by treating her syphilis.
research Hair Loss in Women
Over one-third of women experience hair loss, with female-pattern hair loss being most common, and treatments include minoxidil and possibly hair transplantation.
research Evaluation and Diagnosis of the Hair Loss Patient
To diagnose hair loss, use a systematic approach including history, exams, and tests.
research Evaluation and Management of the Hair Loss Patient in the Primary Care Setting
Doctors should diagnose hair loss by examining the patient and possibly doing tests, and then treat it based on the type, which may prevent permanent hair loss.
research Iron Deficiency and Diffuse Nonscarring Scalp Alopecia in Women: More Pieces to the Puzzle
The conclusion suggests a possible link between iron levels and hair health in women, recommending further research on iron supplementation for hair loss.
research Chronic Telogen Effluvium: Is It a Distinct Condition? A Systematic Review
Chronic telogen effluvium may not be a unique condition and could be confused with other types of hair loss.
research Lichen Planopilaris: Chronic Scarring Alopecia with Autoimmune Component
Lichen planopilaris is a chronic, scarring hair loss condition with no definitive cure, requiring accurate diagnosis and treatment to manage symptoms.
research Nonscarring Alopecia in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: A Cross-Sectional Study with Trichoscopic, Histopathologic, and Immunopathologic Analyses
Hair loss in lupus patients indicates higher disease activity.
research Intermittent Chronic Telogen Effluvium With an Unusual Dermoscopic Finding Following COVID-19
A 17-year-old girl had severe, on-and-off hair loss, likely due to COVID-19. She was treated with Vitamin D3, biotin, and other supplements, and saw some improvement within a month.
research Hair Disorders
The document explains different hair loss types and treatments, emphasizing diagnosis through examination and tests, and specific treatments for each condition.