February 2024 in “Infection and drug resistance” Tinea capitis in a child was caused by a fungus from cats, highlighting the need for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
86 citations,
August 2014 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” To diagnose hair loss, use a systematic approach including history, exams, and tests.
20 citations,
October 2018 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Some drugs can cause skin and hair color changes, often reversible when the drug is stopped.
1 citations,
January 2016 in “Open Forum Infectious Diseases” Retinoic acid is not linked to hair loss from fluconazole use.
August 2017 in “Companion animal” Focal alopecia in dogs has many causes and requires various tests for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
78 citations,
April 1984 in “Archives of Dermatology” Minoxidil can help regrow hair in alopecia areata patients.
7 citations,
April 1987 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Stopping imipramine reduced the woman's hair loss.
1 citations,
November 1976 in “Archives of Dermatology” Dermatopathology has made significant progress but many skin diseases remain incurable, requiring ongoing research.
214 citations,
March 1993 in “Archives of Dermatology” Telogen effluvium is a reversible hair loss condition that requires a detailed diagnosis and often resolves on its own.
55 citations,
July 1999 in “Clinics in Sports Medicine” Athletes use steroids to enhance performance despite health risks and legal issues, and education on their dangers is needed.
51 citations,
January 2014 in “Pediatric Clinics of North America” The guide explains how to identify and treat children's hair loss, including fungal infections, autoimmune disorders, hairstyle changes, self-correcting conditions, and behavioral therapy for hair-pulling.
16 citations,
April 2011 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Dermatologists play a key role in identifying and documenting signs of abuse and injury for forensic investigations.
3 citations,
October 1993 in “The Journal of Dermatology” The review suggests limited treatments for common hair loss conditions, with potential for future improvements.
1 citations,
May 2016 in “Current Opinion in Pediatrics” Children's hair loss can be caused by various factors and should be treated with appropriate, age-specific methods and psychological support.
July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Telogen Effluvium is a common, usually reversible hair loss condition, often improved by removing the trigger and possibly treated with various products, though their effectiveness is uncertain.
January 2006 in “Elsevier eBooks” Cats with Feline Symmetrical Alopecia can regrow hair with proper treatment based on the specific cause, including diet, medication, or stress management.
2 citations,
December 2007 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment are key for pediatric hair loss disorders, and addressing the emotional effects on children is important.
July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Blood pressure drugs can cause skin lupus, but it improves after stopping the drug. The glycoprotein D vaccine works against genital herpes in some women, and the HPV-16 vaccine reduces HPV-16 infection and related diseases. More frequent light therapy clears psoriasis faster. A cream called imiquimod effectively treats a type of skin cancer. Iron supplements don't necessarily help with chronic hair loss in women.
July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” High blood pressure drugs often cause skin lupus, stopping the drug usually helps. A vaccine helps prevent genital herpes and HPV-16. More frequent light therapy clears psoriasis faster. No link was found between low iron and chronic hair loss.
July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Certain drugs can cause skin lupus, but stopping the drug usually helps. Vaccines work against smallpox, genital herpes, and a type of human papillomavirus. More frequent light therapy clears psoriasis faster. Certain treatments work for psoriasis and dermatitis. A specific cream effectively treats a type of skin cancer. Low iron levels aren't directly linked to chronic hair loss.
July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Blood pressure drugs can cause skin lupus, early treatment is key for baby herpes and diabetic foot ulcers, a certain vaccine works against genital herpes and HPV in women, more frequent light therapy helps psoriasis, smoking and drinking can worsen psoriasis, a cream clears up a type of skin cancer, and low iron levels don't cause chronic hair loss.
July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Various skin conditions can be treated effectively with different methods, such as discontinuing certain drugs, using specific vaccines, applying creams, and changing lifestyle habits like smoking and drinking.
July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Stopping certain drugs can improve skin conditions, arsenicosis affects over half of a Bangladeshi village, males are more vulnerable, and certain treatments are effective for warts, acne, and psoriasis. Smoking and drinking are linked to psoriasis in men, a cream helps with a type of skin cancer, and low iron levels don't directly cause chronic hair loss in women.
3 citations,
January 2021 in “Skin appendage disorders” Trichoscopy is useful for correctly diagnosing tinea capitis in adults with unexplained hair loss.
July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” The most common cause of hair loss in children is tinea capitis, followed by alopecia areata and telogen effluvium.
May 2024 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” A rare bacterial infection of pubic hair can cause strong genital odor, but trimming hair and using clindamycin can quickly fix it.
15 citations,
July 2015 in “Journal of exotic pet medicine” Humans, especially vulnerable groups, can catch skin infections from small mammals.
1 citations,
November 2021 in “American Journal of Clinical Pathology” The conclusion is that certain physical signs in the body can indicate past acute and chronic stress, which may help in child abuse investigations.
4 citations,
September 2021 in “Dermatopathology” The conclusion is that Erosive Pustular Dermatosis of the Scalp is a rare condition best treated with strong topical steroids and sometimes systemic treatment.
June 2018 in “Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association” Three related Persian cats have a rare, likely hereditary skin condition causing hair loss and poor coat quality, with limited treatment options.