research Pathologic Quiz Case: Unexplained Hair Loss—1 Boy, 2 Cats, and 1 Dog
The boy had trichotillomania, causing hair loss, and treatment focused on habit reversal and support.
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research Alopecia in IL-10-Deficient Mouse Pups Is c-Kit-Dependent and Can Be Triggered by Iron Deficiency
Hair loss in certain young mice is linked to a specific gene and can be caused by lack of iron.
research Alopecia Areata: Comprehensive Overview and Histological Characteristics
Alopecia areata is a common autoimmune condition causing varying hair loss, diagnosed by specific patterns of inflammation around hair follicles, with several treatment options available.
research Exogenous Stimulation with Eclipta Alba Promotes Hair Matrix Keratinocyte Proliferation and Downregulates TGF-β1 Expression in Nude Mice
Eclipta alba extract helps increase hair growth and decrease hair loss-related protein in mice.
research Trichotillomania: An Impulse Control Disorder
Trichotillomania is a disorder where people compulsively pull out their hair, treated with drugs and behavior therapy.
research Alopecia in a Viable Phospholipase C Delta 1 and Phospholipase C Delta 3 Double Mutant
Mutations in Plcd1 and Plcd3 together cause severe hair loss in mice.
research Hair and Scalp Disorders in Women of African Descent: An Overview
The document concludes that clinicians should be aware of common hair and scalp disorders in women of African descent and that more research is needed to develop effective treatments.
research Mesenchymal Stem Cells With Modification of Junctional Adhesion Molecule A Induce Hair Formation
Modified stem cells that overexpress a specific protein can improve hair growth and reduce hair abnormalities in mice.
research Hair Pathology
Triple horizontal scalp biopsies are 98% accurate in diagnosing hair loss, better than single biopsies.
research Hair Loss in Infancy and Childhood
The document concludes that proper diagnosis and management of hair loss in children require a detailed examination and understanding of various hair disorders.
research Estrogens And The Hair Follicle
Estrogens generally inhibit hair growth and improve skin quality, but their exact effects on hair follicles are complex and not fully understood.
research Hair Growth Defects in Insig-Deficient Mice Caused by Cholesterol Precursor Accumulation and Reversed by Simvastatin
Mice lacking Insig proteins had hair growth problems due to cholesterol buildup, but this was fixed by the drug simvastatin.
research Special Stains and Immunohistochemical Stains in Hair Pathology
Special and immunohistochemical stains are not routinely needed for diagnosing hair disorders.
research Hair Loss in Infancy and Childhood
The document concludes that understanding hair biology and recognizing hair conditions are crucial for managing and treating hair loss in children.
research Non-Neoplastic Disorders of Hair
The document concludes that different types of hair loss have specific treatments, and early diagnosis is crucial for preventing permanent hair loss.
research BH07: Testosterone Deficiency in Men with Female Pattern Hair Loss
Low testosterone levels may contribute to female pattern hair loss in men.
research Preventive Effects of Cedrol Against Alopecia in Cyclophosphamide-Treated Mice
Cedrol may prevent hair loss caused by chemotherapy better than minoxidil.
research Histopathology of Alopecia: A Clinicopathological Approach to Diagnosis
The conclusion is that accurate diagnosis of different types of hair loss requires good teamwork between skin doctors and lab experts.
research Histopathologic Evaluation of Alopecias
The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of different types of hair loss requires careful examination of hair and scalp tissue, considering both clinical and microscopic features.
research Pigmented Casts in Alopecia: A 2014 Study
Pigmented casts are common in several hair loss conditions and can help diagnose specific types of alopecia.
research Protective Role of Nigella Sativa in Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia
Black seed oil significantly protects against hair loss from chemotherapy.
research New Investigational Drugs for Androgenetic Alopecia
Possible new treatments for common hair loss include drugs, stem cells, and improved transplants.
research In Vivo Hair Growth-Stimulating Effect of Medicinal Plant Extract on BALB/c Nude Mice
Chrysanthemum zawadskii extract may be a better treatment for hair loss than Minoxidil.
research A Study of Serial Vertical Sectioning of Scalp Biopsies to Increase the Histological Diagnostic Yield in Alopecias
Cutting scalp biopsies in consecutive slices improves diagnosis of hair loss conditions.
research A Previously Undescribed Cutaneous Paraneoplastic Syndrome in a Cat with Thymoma
Thymoma in cats can cause hair loss without inflammation.
research Electrolysis: Observations from 13 Years and 140,000 Hours of Experience
Electrolysis is effective for permanent hair removal, but technique is key to avoid scarring, and sometimes hormonal treatment is needed for women with hirsutism.
research Lymphocytic Mediated Alopecia: Histological Classification by Pattern Analysis
Steven Kossard classified lymphocyte-related hair loss into four patterns, each linked to different types of baldness.
research Hair Follicular Expression and Function of Group X Secreted Phospholipase A2 in Mouse Skin
sPLA2-X is crucial for normal hair growth and follicle health.
research Hair Microscopy: An Easy Adjunct to Diagnosis of Systemic Diseases in Children
Hair microscopy is a simple and cost-effective method to help diagnose systemic diseases in children.
research Non-Rash Skin Toxicities Associated with Novel Targeted Therapies
Early recognition and management of skin side effects from new cancer therapies can prevent treatment delays.