April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The study suggests fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution has distinct features and may vary by race.
158 citations,
February 2000 in “Archives of dermatology” Some people with pattern hair loss may also have scalp inflammation and scarring similar to lichen planopilaris.
7 citations,
August 2018 in “The American Journal of Dermatopathology” Researchers found a new early sign of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia that could help avoid misdiagnosis.
5 citations,
February 2017 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Scarring hair loss found in female pattern; biopsy needed for diagnosis.
1 citations,
July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” FAPD and possibly CCCA may be AGA subtypes, and treatments combining antiandrogens, hair growth agents, hair transplants, and anti-inflammatories could be effective.
September 2023 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Younger people are at a higher risk for Fibrosing Alopecia in a Pattern Distribution than previously thought, with common symptoms and possible involvement of mast cells in its development.
4 citations,
November 2021 in “Biomedicines” New digital tools are improving the diagnosis and understanding of irreversible hair loss conditions.
73 citations,
November 2005 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” Some women with common hair loss may develop permanent hair loss.
30 citations,
January 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution is a hair loss condition often confused with other types, requiring early treatment but usually not resulting in significant hair regrowth.
23 citations,
April 2021 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia's cause is unclear, affects mainly postmenopausal women, and current treatments focus on stopping hair loss rather than regrowth.
1 citations,
April 2010 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for managing rare hair loss disorders and that more research is needed to improve treatment strategies.
The study concluded that Frontal fibrosing alopecia can affect younger people, is often missed in men, and may be autoimmune-related.
August 2022 in “IntechOpen eBooks” The best treatment for Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Lichen Planopilaris combines oral and topical medications to reduce symptoms and stop hair loss.
May 2023 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” New understanding and treatments for hair loss are improving, but more research is needed.
16 citations,
February 2010 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution is a unique hair loss condition that may respond to antiandrogen therapy.
9 citations,
September 2016 in “Dermatologic Surgery” New LPP subtype affects vellus hairs, mimics AGA, and needs biopsy for diagnosis.
7 citations,
August 2021 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Early treatment of fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution may improve outcomes.
170 citations,
December 2009 in “Histopathology” The conclusion is that accurate diagnosis of different types of hair loss requires good teamwork between skin doctors and lab experts.
47 citations,
December 2020 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” The document concludes that understanding and treating hair loss requires recognizing its various types and using appropriate diagnostic tools and treatments.
May 2022 in “Journal of the Egyptian Women's Dermatologic Society (Print)” Women's hair loss can be due to hormonal changes and various conditions, with treatments focusing on stopping progression and managing symptoms.
126 citations,
April 2006 in “International Journal of Dermatology” The conclusion is that FFA and LPP have similar scalp biopsy features, making them hard to distinguish histologically, and FFA may be a specific kind of scarring hair loss.
April 2012 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks” Fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution is a unique hair loss condition with inflammation and scarring, resembling but distinct from common balding.
1 citations,
October 2023 in “Skin research and technology” LC-OCT is an effective new method for diagnosing classic lichen planopilaris.
3 citations,
October 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Trichoscopy helps tell apart Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Lichen planopilaris by showing different hair and scalp features.
November 2005 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” The workshop aimed to improve hair loss disorder diagnosis and understanding.
43 citations,
November 2019 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” FAGA diagnosis uses blood tests and trichoscopy, with treatments like topical minoxidil, oral anti-androgens, and hormone-modulating drugs.
5 citations,
November 2017 in “Dermatologica Sinica” Transverse scalp biopsies are more accurate for diagnosing non-cicatricial alopecia, but examining both types is best for accuracy.
44 citations,
April 2012 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Scarring alopecias are complex hair loss disorders that require early treatment to prevent permanent hair loss.
44 citations,
November 1998 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Accurate diagnosis is key for treating different kinds of hair loss, and immune response variations may affect the condition and treatment results.
16 citations,
January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” New treatments and early diagnosis methods for permanent hair loss due to scar tissue are important for managing its psychological effects.