Detailed history and physical examination are crucial for diagnosing hair loss.
421 citations,
April 2012 in “The New England Journal of Medicine” Alopecia Areata is an autoimmune condition causing hair loss with no cure and treatments that often don't work well.
304 citations,
July 2006 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Videodermoscopy improves diagnosis of hair and scalp disorders and may reduce scalp biopsies.
218 citations,
January 2013 in “The Lancet Oncology” Chemotherapy causes hair loss by damaging hair follicles and stem cells, with more research needed for prevention and treatment.
212 citations,
September 2015 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The document provides a method to classify human hair growth stages using a model with human scalp on mice, aiming to standardize hair research.
188 citations,
October 2012 in “The AAPS Journal” The document concludes that developing generic topical drugs requires ensuring they match the original in quality, composition, and structure, and often involves complex testing and regulatory steps.
105 citations,
December 2009 in “Archives of dermatology” A specific drug can help treat Lichen Planopilaris, a condition causing permanent hair loss.
105 citations,
April 2004 in “Dermatologic Therapy” The document concludes that proper diagnosis and a combination of medical, hair-care, and surgical treatments are important for managing alopecia in black women.
66 citations,
November 2011 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” A handheld dermatoscope helps diagnose different types of hair loss effectively.
57 citations,
September 2005 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Frequent use of chemical hair relaxants is linked to increased scarring hair loss in Nigerian women.
53 citations,
March 2014 in “Cold Spring Harbor Perspectives in Medicine” The document explains different types of hair loss, their causes, and treatments, and suggests future research areas.
53 citations,
January 2013 in “Journal of toxicologic pathology” The project created a standardized system for classifying skin lesions in lab rats and mice.
48 citations,
March 1997 in “Veterinary Dermatology” Some cats with sudden hair loss and tiredness might have cancer-related alopecia.
44 citations,
August 2010 in “Lupus” Lupus can affect the scalp and nails, often causing hair loss and nail damage, and needs early aggressive treatment to prevent permanent damage.
43 citations,
June 2016 in “Clinics in Plastic Surgery” The conclusion is that fat grafting is safe and effective but carries risks that need careful management.
36 citations,
October 1996 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Mice are useful for researching human hair loss and testing treatments, despite some differences between species.
33 citations,
August 2005 in “The American Journal of Dermatopathology” Both vertical and transverse sections are useful for diagnosing alopecia, but using both methods together is best.
32 citations,
August 2015 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Black women's unique hair characteristics and styling practices can lead to specific scalp conditions, which require early diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
29 citations,
May 2020 in “npj Regenerative Medicine” Immune cells help regulate hair growth, and better understanding this can improve hair loss treatments.
23 citations,
November 2007 in “Journal of cutaneous medicine and surgery” Topical tacrolimus effectively treated scalp lesions, reversed skin atrophy, and promoted hair growth.
22 citations,
July 2016 in “Cellular and Molecular Life Sciences” Genetic changes in mice help understand skin and hair disorders, aiding treatment development for acne and hair loss.
20 citations,
October 2016 in “Veterinary dermatology” Dogs with generalized discoid lupus erythematosus have similar symptoms to humans and need continuous treatment.
20 citations,
May 2016 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology” Using CD123 to detect certain immune cells helps diagnose a type of hair loss condition.
18 citations,
March 2018 in “Archives of Plastic Surgery” The superficial temporal artery flap is a reliable method for reconstructing complex facial defects with minimal complications.
17 citations,
January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology” Understanding and treating hair disorders in different ethnic groups requires knowledge of specific hair care practices and hair characteristics.
16 citations,
July 2013 in “The American Journal of Dermatopathology” Pigmented casts are common in several hair loss conditions and can help diagnose specific types of alopecia.
16 citations,
June 2005 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Twisted hair is rare in severe anorexia nervosa, found in only 2 out of 30 patients.
11 citations,
November 2013 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” Azelaic Acid is effective and safe for treating adult female acne, with few side effects.
10 citations,
December 2011 in “Cell Transplantation” Researchers successfully grew human hair follicle cells that could potentially lead to new hair loss treatments.
9 citations,
July 2020 in “Experimental Dermatology” Topical L-thyroxine may help with wound healing and hair growth but should be used short-term due to potential risks.