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    GlossaryCongenital Alopecia

    condition where an individual is born without hair

    Congenital Alopecia, also known as Congenital Hair Loss or Inherited Alopecia, is a condition where an individual is born without hair or with very sparse hair due to genetic factors. This type of alopecia is present at birth and can result from various genetic mutations that affect hair follicle development and function.

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      Dermatopathology and Molecular Genetics

      research Dermatopathology and Molecular Genetics

      12 citations, February 2008 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”
      Combining skin tissue pathology with genetics has greatly improved the diagnosis and understanding of certain skin diseases.
      Recent Developments in Alopecias

      research Recent Developments in Alopecias

      7 citations, May 1978 in “International Journal of Dermatology”
      Recent hair loss research shows some progress, especially in understanding male pattern baldness, but effective treatments for many types of hair loss are still lacking.
      Dysfunction of Hair Growth

      research Dysfunction of Hair Growth

      1 citations, May 1965 in “Medical Clinics of North America”
      Hair growth dysfunction involves various conditions with limited treatment options.
      Hair Loss And Its Management In Children

      research Hair Loss And Its Management In Children

      5 citations, November 2011 in “Expert Review of Dermatology”
      The document concludes that early diagnosis and a comprehensive treatment plan are crucial for managing hair loss in children, with a focus on both medical and psychological support.

      research An Overview on Congenital Alopecia in Domestic Animals

      32 citations, November 2006 in “Veterinary dermatology”
      Congenital alopecia in domestic animals is rare and involves abnormal hair follicle development, needing better understanding and classification.
      Alopecia in Children

      research Alopecia in Children

      7 citations, November 2000 in “Clinics in Dermatology”
      Most hair loss in children is caused by a few common conditions and is easy to diagnose, but rare types require careful evaluation.
      Follicular Unit Extraction Hair Transplantation

      research Follicular Unit Extraction Hair Transplantation

      May 2017 in “InTech eBooks”
      Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) is a popular hair transplant method with minimal scarring that can transplant many grafts quickly and improve appearance and psychological well-being.
      Introductory Chapter: Hair Loss

      research Introductory Chapter: Hair Loss

      1 citations, May 2017 in “InTech eBooks”
      The document explains the causes, types, diagnosis, and treatments of hair loss, and its psychological impact, especially on women.
      Congenital Triangular Alopecia (Brauer Nevus)

      research Congenital Triangular Alopecia (Brauer Nevus)

      34 citations, December 1995 in “Pediatric Dermatology”
      Congenital Triangular Alopecia is a rare, non-scarring hair loss that can be surgically treated in females for cosmetic reasons.
      Alopecia: A Pathologist's View

      research Alopecia: A Pathologist's View

      23 citations, July 1982 in “International Journal of Dermatology”
      The review concludes that accurate diagnosis of different types of hair loss requires proper biopsy techniques and understanding the hair growth cycle and underlying causes.
      The Cat With Alopecia

      research The Cat With Alopecia

      1 citations, January 2006 in “Elsevier eBooks”
      Cats lose fur due to various reasons, including allergies, infections, genetics, hormones, diet, cancer, stress, and some conditions are treatable while others are not.
      Diseases of Hair and Nails

      research Diseases of Hair and Nails

      3 citations, January 2012 in “Elsevier eBooks”
      The document says that there are treatments for hair and nail diseases.
      Disorders of Hair

      research Disorders of Hair

      6 citations, November 1988 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”
      The document concludes that hair analysis is not good for assessing nutrition but can detect long-term heavy metal exposure.
      Hair Loss in Children

      research Hair Loss in Children

      6 citations, May 1993 in “Archives of Disease in Childhood”
      Children's hair loss can be caused by many factors, including autoimmune diseases, emotional stress, genetics, and infections, with treatment and prognosis varying.
      Hair Loss

      research Hair Loss

      5 citations, October 1984 in “The BMJ”
      Up to 50% of scalp hair can be lost before it appears thin, and treatment is only needed for hair loss caused by diseases or deficiencies.
      Secondary Cicatricial and Other Permanent Alopecias

      research Secondary Cicatricial and Other Permanent Alopecias

      June 2008 in “Springer eBooks”
      The document concludes that permanent hair loss conditions are complex, require early specific treatments, and "secondary permanent alopecias" might be a more accurate term than "secondary cicatricial alopecia."
      Secondary Cicatricial and Other Permanent Alopecias

      research Secondary Cicatricial and Other Permanent Alopecias

      20 citations, July 2008 in “Dermatologic Therapy”
      The document says that treating the root cause of hair follicle damage is crucial to prevent permanent hair loss, and treatment options vary.
      Hair Loss in Children: Diagnosis and Treatment

      research Hair Loss in Children: Diagnosis and Treatment

      24 citations, January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology”
      The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of hair loss in children is crucial due to limited treatment options and the condition's psychological impact.