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    GlossaryBirth Defects (Congenital Abnormalities)

    structural or functional abnormalities present at birth

    Birth defects, also known as congenital disorders or congenital anomalies, are structural or functional abnormalities that occur during intrauterine development. These defects can affect various parts of the body, including the heart, brain, or limbs, and can result from genetic factors, environmental exposures, or a combination of both. They can range from minor issues that may not require treatment to severe conditions that can significantly impact a person's quality of life or even be life-threatening.

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      Structural Abnormalities of the Hair Shaft

      research Structural Abnormalities of the Hair Shaft

      126 citations, January 1987 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”
      The document concludes that understanding hair structure is key to diagnosing hair abnormalities and recommends gentle hair care for management.
      Unruly Hair

      research Unruly Hair

      19 citations, October 1985 in “British Journal of Dermatology”
      The document concludes that unruly hair can be congenital or acquired, often lacks specific treatments, and can be managed with oils and short hairstyles.

      research An Update of Hair Shaft Disorders

      12 citations, October 1996 in “Dermatologic clinics”
      Advances in genetics may lead to targeted treatments for hair disorders.
      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.
      Hair Manifestations of Systemic Disease

      research Hair Manifestations of Systemic Disease

      10 citations, August 2012 in “Current Problems in Pediatric and Adolescent Health Care”
      Hair changes can indicate systemic diseases or medication effects.
      Office Diagnosis of Hair Shaft Defects

      research Office Diagnosis of Hair Shaft Defects

      33 citations, March 2006 in “Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery”
      The document explains how to identify different hair problems using a microscope.
      Dermatoscopy of Hair Shaft Disorders

      research Dermatoscopy of Hair Shaft Disorders

      68 citations, August 2012 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”
      Dermatoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing hair disorders and can help choose samples for more detailed analysis.
      Trichoscopy in Hair Shaft Disorders

      research Trichoscopy in Hair Shaft Disorders

      36 citations, August 2018 in “Dermatologic Clinics”
      Trichoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing hair disorders without pulling out hair.
      Differential Diagnosis of Hair Loss in Children

      research Differential Diagnosis of Hair Loss in Children

      30 citations, May 2004 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft”
      The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for children with hair loss to prevent permanent damage, although not all conditions can be effectively treated.
      Hair Disorders

      research Hair Disorders

      November 2019 in “Harper's Textbook of Pediatric Dermatology”
      Understanding normal hair growth and loss in children is key to diagnosing and treating hair disorders.
      Hair Loss in Children

      research Hair Loss in Children

      30 citations, August 1983 in “Pediatric Clinics of North America”
      Most hair loss in children is caused by a few common conditions, and it's important to diagnose these properly and support the child's mental health.

      research Keys to the Diagnosis of Hair Shaft Disorders: Part II

      February 2022 in “Actas dermo-sifiliográficas/Actas dermo-sifiliográficas”
      Hair shaft disorders, often due to genetics or environment, lack specific treatments but can be managed with gentle hair care and may improve with age or topical treatments.
      The Proteomic Profile of Hair Damage

      research The Proteomic Profile of Hair Damage

      20 citations, June 2012 in “British Journal of Dermatology”
      Bleaching hair damages protein structure, especially keratin, leading to weakened hair.
      Disorders of the Hair and Nails

      research Disorders of the Hair and Nails

      1 citations, January 2013 in “Elsevier eBooks”
      The document reviews various hair and nail disorders, their causes, and treatments, emphasizing the need for proper diagnosis and the link between nail changes and systemic diseases.
      Uncombable Hair Syndrome and Beyond

      research Uncombable Hair Syndrome and Beyond

      January 2022 in “Acta dermatovenerologica Alpina, Pannonica et Adriatica (Tiskana izd.)”
      Uncombable hair syndrome causes frizzy hair and can affect the nervous system, eyes, and ears, often co-occurring with other hair, skin, nail, and teeth conditions, and is linked to three specific gene mutations.
      Trichoscopy

      research Trichoscopy

      January 2016 in “Elsevier eBooks”
      Trichoscopy is a key method for dermatologists to quickly and effectively diagnose hair and scalp conditions.
      Trichoscopy Update 2011

      research Trichoscopy Update 2011

      178 citations, December 2011 in “Journal of Dermatological Case Reports”
      Trichoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing different hair and scalp diseases by their unique visual features.
      Genetic Hair Disorders: A Review

      research Genetic Hair Disorders: A Review

      26 citations, July 2019 in “Dermatology and Therapy”
      The conclusion is that genetic testing is important for diagnosing and treating various genetic hair disorders.