research Culprits of Medication-Induced Telogen Effluvium, Part 2
Some blood thinners and blood pressure medicines can cause hair loss, which usually starts 1 to 6 months after beginning the medication.
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research Association Between LDL-C and Androgenetic Alopecia Among Female Patients in a Specialty Alopecia Clinic
Higher bad cholesterol levels are linked to more severe female pattern hair loss.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: What Works?
Topical minoxidil and oral finasteride and dutasteride are the most effective treatments for male and female pattern hair loss, but study quality varies.
research Bilateral Burning Palmoplantar Lesions
The woman was diagnosed with lichen sclerosus, a rare skin condition, after initial misdiagnosis and ineffective treatments.
research Culprits of Medication-Induced Telogen Effluvium, Part 1
Some medications, including retinoids, antifungals, and psychotropic drugs, can cause reversible hair loss if stopped or doses are reduced.
research Navigating Hair Loss in Medical School: Experiences of Two Young Black Women
Dermatologists need better training on Black hair to improve care and outcomes.
research Alopecia Universalis Treated With Tofacitinib: The Role of JAK/STAT Inhibitors in Hair Regrowth
Tofacitinib helped a woman with total-body hair loss grow her hair back.
research Asymptomatic Hair Loss in a Patient With Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Fungal infections can cause hair loss in lupus patients and should be considered even if rare.
research Hypotrichosis and Hair Loss on the Occipital Scalp
A baby girl has a hair disorder called monilethrix, causing fragile hair that may improve over time.
research Imaging Tools for Noninvasive Hair Assessment
New imaging tools help doctors better examine hair and scalp health without surgery.
research Nevus Sebaceus With Novel HRAS Sequence Variant Mutation Misdiagnosed As Alopecia Areata
A 12-year-old girl was misdiagnosed with alopecia areata but actually had a nevus sebaceus with a genetic mutation.
research Hair Repigmentation as a Melanoma Warning Sign
Hair turning darker can be a sign of skin cancer.
research Chronic Erythematous Plaques Around The Ears
A man with painful ear plaques was diagnosed with discoid lupus and treated with medications and lifestyle changes.
research The Evidence Behind Topical Hair Loss Remedies on TikTok
Some TikTok hair loss remedies like rosemary oil, onion juice, and garlic gel show promise, but more research is needed and they might delay proper treatment.
research Acquired Acrodermatitis Enteropathica in an Infant
An infant with a zinc deficiency skin disorder improved with zinc treatment.
research Iron Screening in Alopecia Areata Patients May Catch Hereditary Hemochromatosis Early
Screening for iron levels in patients with hair loss may help find a genetic iron overload condition early.
research Unique Treatment for Alopecia Areata Combining Epinephrine With an Intralesional Steroid
Combining epinephrine with a steroid may help regrow hair in severe alopecia areata cases.
research Acute Alopecia Associated With Albendazole Toxicosis
Taking too much Albendazole can cause hair loss and other serious side effects.
research Reexamining the Role of Diet in Dermatology
The ketogenic diet might improve certain skin conditions, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness.
research Psoriatic Alopecia in a Patient With Crohn's Disease: An Uncommon Manifestation of Tumor Necrosis Factor Alpha Inhibitors
A girl with Crohn's disease developed hair loss due to her increased medication, a rare side effect seen in some children.
research A Practical Guide to Treatment of Hair Loss Beyond Standard Therapy
The guide suggests using keratin fibers and wigs to help hair look thicker or hide hair loss.
research Sparse Hair on the Scalp in a 5-Year-Old Girl
A 5-year-old girl has sparse, dry, and brittle hair but is otherwise healthy.
research Erythematous Plaque on the Scalp With Alopecia
The woman has a scalp condition causing hair loss.
research High-Grade Ovarian Serous Carcinoma Presenting as Androgenetic Alopecia
research Topical Minoxidil Fortified with Finasteride: Maintenance of Hair Density After Replacing Oral Finasteride
Minoxidil and finasteride combo maintains hair density effectively.
research Frontal Alopecia After Repeated Botulinum Toxin Type A Injections for Forehead Wrinkles: An Underestimated Entity?
Repeated botulinum toxin injections for forehead wrinkles may cause hairline recession in some women.
research Tinea Capitis
Tinea capitis is a scalp fungal infection in children that can cause hair loss, scaling, and other symptoms.
research Patterned Androgenic Alopecia in Women
"Male-pattern" hair loss is common in women, especially after menopause, and doesn't always mean there's a problem with hormone balance.
research Optimal Management of Hair Loss (Alopecia) in Children
Effective management of children's hair loss involves accurate diagnosis, various treatments, and supportive care.
research Pseudoacromegaly Induced by the Long-Term Use of Minoxidil
Long-term minoxidil use can cause pseudoacromegaly, but stopping it improves symptoms.