46 citations,
April 2009 in “Journal of Dermatological Case Reports” Researchers established normal hair and scalp characteristics for healthy women using trichoscopy.
41 citations,
January 2014 in “Annals of Dermatology” Dermoscopic examination helps diagnose different types of hair loss conditions by showing specific patterns.
34 citations,
January 2014 in “International Journal of Trichology” Polarized dermoscopy is slightly better than nonpolarized for diagnosing hair disorders, with each method having its own strengths.
33 citations,
August 2013 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Lack of small, fine hair on the front hairline is a key sign of frontal fibrosing alopecia.
32 citations,
August 2015 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Black women's unique hair characteristics and styling practices can lead to specific scalp conditions, which require early diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
29 citations,
August 2008 in “Current Opinion in Pediatrics” Hair loss in teenagers is hard to treat and lacks a cure, with some treatments available depending on the type of hair loss.
28 citations,
September 1998 in “Medical Clinics of North America” Most hair loss can be diagnosed with patient history and physical exam, and a few common types make up most cases.
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.
20 citations,
December 2010 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Decreased CD200 in hair follicles may cause immune issues in some alopecia areata cases.
16 citations,
April 2014 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Dermatoscopy helps diagnose hair and scalp disorders in people with Afro-textured hair, but more research is needed for better understanding and treatment.
15 citations,
July 2002 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Hair microscopy is useful for diagnosing certain hair loss conditions but has limitations and must be interpreted carefully.
13 citations,
January 2014 in “Postępy Dermatologii i Alergologii” Patchy alopecia areata can affect only pigmented hairs, leaving gray hairs untouched.
9 citations,
January 2017 in “Journal of the Egyptian Women's Dermatologic Society (Print)” Fungal infection was the main cause of hair loss in Egyptian children studied.
7 citations,
January 2015 in “Hair therapy & transplantation” Air pollution can cause hair loss, and using antioxidants, special shampoos, and coconut oil can improve scalp health and hair density.
7 citations,
July 2011 in “Survey of Ophthalmology” The document concludes that periocular hair disorders have various causes and treatments, and proper evaluation by specialists is important for management and prognosis.
7 citations,
December 2008 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” The document concludes that various childhood hair and nail disorders exist, some may improve on their own, and advances in genetics and immunology could enhance treatment and counseling.
6 citations,
October 2012 in “BMJ” The woman's hair loss was mainly due to stress and low iron levels, and her hair grew back after treatment.
5 citations,
November 2012 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Comma hairs are a new sign for identifying scalp fungal infections.
5 citations,
October 2012 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Trichoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing hair and scalp diseases without needing skin biopsies.
5 citations,
March 2011 in “Journal of pediatric health care” The girl with autoimmune hair loss might regrow hair within a year, and treatments can help but not prevent recurrence; dermatologist referral and corticosteroids are recommended.
4 citations,
February 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Platelet-rich plasma injections made hair thicker for both men and women, with a greater effect in women.
3 citations,
October 1993 in “The Journal of Dermatology” The review suggests limited treatments for common hair loss conditions, with potential for future improvements.
2 citations,
January 2020 in “Skin appendage disorders” Long hair can cause hair loss due to constant pulling.
2 citations,
October 2015 in “Primary Care: Clinics in Office Practice” Doctors should diagnose hair loss by examining the patient and possibly doing tests, and then treat it based on the type, which may prevent permanent hair loss.
2 citations,
December 2004 in “Medicine” Different hair and scalp disorders cause hair loss or excess hair growth, with various treatments available depending on the specific condition.
1 citations,
October 2014 in “Paediatrics and Child Health” The document concludes that proper diagnosis and management of hair loss in children require a detailed examination and understanding of various hair disorders.
1 citations,
December 2010 in “InnovAiT” The document concludes that accurate diagnosis and appropriate management are crucial for treating various hair disorders, which have significant psychological impacts.
October 2023 in “European medical journal. Dermatology” Hair loss greatly affects quality of life, and dermatologists are crucial for proper diagnosis and treatment.
April 2018 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” A gene variant causes patched hair loss in mice, similar to alopecia areata in humans.
Different scalp and hair disorders are more common in certain ethnic groups, with the most common being androgenetic alopecia, which is treated with medications like minoxidil and finasteride.