February 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology” The document provides a comprehensive guide for dermatologists to diagnose and treat hair loss.
July 2012 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This article discusses the challenges dermatologists face in treating hair loss, exploring hair fibre diameter and density, and reports no new clinical results.
March 2001 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This meeting summary discusses insights from leading dermatologists on scalp management and topical ketoconazole use, but it reports no new research findings.
December 2021 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” This article summarizes expert opinions from Indian dermatologists on managing androgenetic alopecia and telogen effluvium, emphasizing varied treatments based on individual patterns and responses.
September 2006 in “Hair transplant forum international” This submission describes a case where a dermatologist plans a hair transplant for a 55-year-old colleague with significant frontal and top hair loss; no new clinical results are reported.
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March 2006 in “Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery” This article illustrates various hair shaft defects and suggests that dermatologists can diagnose most of them using light microscopy and polarization without needing advanced imaging techniques.
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March 1996 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The book "Practical Contact Dermatitis" is useful for dermatologists but could be more user-friendly.
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April 2018 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” This study describes the prescribing habits of Spanish dermatologists, highlighting that topical minoxidil and oral finasteride are the most common treatments for male AGA and postmenopausal female AGA.
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September 1987 in “PubMed” This paper reviews the main causes of hair loss seen by dermatologists and reports no new clinical findings, emphasizing the need for comprehensive understanding to manage these conditions effectively.
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February 2001 in “PubMed” This study reported that 43% of Swiss men visiting a dermatologist experienced hair loss, and among those, 90% had androgenetic alopecia, with many switching treatments to finasteride.
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March 2025 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This source provides a personal narrative of a dermatologist's career journey, detailing the evolution of Dermatology in Italy, the rise of the specialty, and challenges faced, including resource limitations and generational shifts in medical practice.
July 2026 in “Dermatology and Therapy” In this study, Brazilian dermatologists reported that patients with alopecia areata, particularly those with severe scalp hair loss, often experience an unmet need for advanced therapies that could improve treatment outcomes beyond the limitations of current options.
January 2026 in “Dermatology Practical & Conceptual” In this study, dermatologists' TikTok content more frequently recommended standard treatments for hair and scalp disorders compared to influencers, who were more likely to suggest alternative options.
January 2025 in “International Journal of Women’s Dermatology” This study proposes creating formal educational programs for dermatologists to improve care for African American patients by addressing the lack of training in hair care practices and complications associated with cultural styles like braids and wigs, thereby aiming to enhance health outcomes and healthcare equity.
This source reports that an international panel of dermatologists has provided a consensus statement to guide clinicians on the off-label use of low-dose oral minoxidil for treating hair loss.
December 2023 in “European journal of dermatology/EJD. European journal of dermatology” In this study, researchers analyzed dermatologists' treatment practices for alopecia areata across five European countries, finding that topical and intralesional corticosteroids are most commonly prescribed for mild to moderate cases, while severe cases often see increased use of immunosuppressants and wigs.
January 2022 in “Investigative News in Education (Universidad de Costa Rica)” This study found that consensus was not reached among Costa Rican dermatologists on diagnosis and treatment criteria for lichen planopilaris and frontal fibrosing alopecia using the Delphi method.
December 2021 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This autobiographical account details the personal and professional journey of a dermatologist from Yugoslavia, highlighting key influences, career milestones, and reflections on changes in dermatology practice and personal observations over several decades.
This handbook of dermatology provides a comprehensive practical manual for dermatologists, but reports no new research findings.
April 1989 in “Archives of Dermatology” This article discusses a forthcoming advertising campaign for minoxidil, highlighting the need for dermatologists to understand its efficacy, with reports showing it was significantly superior to placebo in promoting hair growth at four months.
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November 2015 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” This review considers oxidative stress effects on hair aging and emphasizes the need for dermatologists to recognize and treat factors affecting scalp and hair health, but it provides no new clinical findings.
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December 2008 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This review discusses fixed drug eruption (FDE) potentially linked to finasteride and emphasizes dermatologists' need to recognize its possible occurrence due to the drug's widespread use, but reports no new clinical results.
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June 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” In this study, individuals reported a decrease in dermatologist visits for hair and scalp conditions like telogen effluvium and alopecia areata during COVID-19 quarantine, despite increased occurrences.
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November 1992 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This report on a case of cutaneous lymphomatoid granulomatosis underscores the pivotal role dermatologists have in its early diagnosis, which could potentially improve the otherwise poor prognosis.
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May 2024 in “Diagnostics” This survey investigated how well an AI chatbot could generate dermoscopic language reports for dermatologists and found that participants were equally satisfied with its responses across scenarios, despite lower performance in diagnosing SCC and inflammatory dermatoses.
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June 2019 in “Journal of dermatology” Dermal fillers can cause hair loss, so dermatologists should be aware.
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February 1995 in “Journal of Clinical Dermatology” This study observed an increasing trend of young patients with androgenetic alopecia visiting dermatologists, with genetic factors and abnormal androgen metabolism in the scalp contributing to its development.
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May 2023 in “Cutis” In this source, it is highlighted that dermatologists can identify and manage eating disorders early, potentially improving outcomes and reducing irreversible damage from malnutrition, though specific results are not reported.
March 2026 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” This consensus document, developed by 23 dermatologists using a Delphi method, aims to guide the management of alopecia areata by providing structured recommendations for various stages of the condition, following expert opinion and scientific evidence.
September 2023 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study, examining perceptible hair density changes in androgenetic alopecia patients, found that dermatologists could accurately detect hair loss at a lower threshold than previously noted, specifically at a 22.66% relative density difference, challenging assumptions about their predictive accuracy based solely on clinical examination.