research Update on Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia
Best treatment for Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia is 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors and intralesional corticosteroids.
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210-240 / 1000+ results research Granulomatous Alopecia Areata Is a Valid but Rare Histologic Subset of a Common Disease
Granulomatous alopecia areata is a rare but real form of hair loss.
research The Utility of Elastic Verhoeff-Van Gieson Staining in Dermatopathology
EVG staining is a valuable, simple, and cost-effective method for diagnosing various skin conditions in dermatopathology.
research Hair and Scalp Disorders in Women of African Descent
Afro-textured hair is more fragile and prone to certain scalp conditions, requiring careful treatment and more research for effective management.
research Alopecia Areata Update
Half of people with Alopecia Areata may see hair regrowth within a year without treatment, but recovery is unpredictable.
research Congenital Cutaneous Lymphadenoma
An 8-year-old girl had a rare, benign skin tumor on her forehead.
research Thyroid Autoimmunity in Patients with Skin Disorders
People with alopecia areata often have thyroid autoimmunity.
research Beyond Goosebumps: Does the Arrector Pili Muscle Have a Role in Hair Loss?
The arrector pili muscle might play a role in hair loss and needs more research to understand its impact.
research Alopecia Areata Incognita: A Case Report
A young woman with a rare hair loss condition improved with steroid and biotin treatment.
research Alopecia Areata Incognita
Alopecia areata incognita causes widespread hair loss without patches and needs a scalp biopsy for diagnosis.
research Etiopathogenesis of Alopecia Areata
Alopecia Areata is an autoimmune condition causing hair loss, influenced by genetics, environment, and possibly improved by anti-MIF therapy, with many patients experiencing regrowth within a year.
research Vertical vs. Transverse Sections of Scalp Biopsy Specimens: A Pilot Study on the Comparison of the Diagnostic Value of Two Techniques in Alopecia
Transverse scalp sections are better for diagnosing non-scarring hair loss, while vertical sections are better for a specific scarring hair loss called lichen planopilaris.
research Differentiation of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Lichen Planopilaris on Trichoscopy: A Comprehensive Review
Trichoscopy helps tell apart Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Lichen planopilaris by showing different hair and scalp features.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Clinical and Pathophysiological Review
Female Pattern Hair Loss affects women's self-esteem and needs more research for better treatment.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss: An Update
Female pattern hair loss has multiple causes and treatments, with new therapies showing promise.
research Female-Patterned Alopecia in Teenage Brothers with Unusual Histologic Features
Two teenage brothers had a rare, treatment-resistant form of female-pattern hair loss with unusual scalp changes.
research The Pathogenesis of Alopecia Areata
Alopecia areata is likely caused by a combination of genetic factors and immune system dysfunction, and may represent different diseases with various causes.
research Current and Emerging Treatment Strategies for Hair Loss in Women of Color
Early treatment helps stop hair loss in women of color.
research Immunopathology of the Human Hair Follicle
The document concludes that immune system abnormalities cause alopecia areata, but the exact process is still not completely understood.
research Prognosis and Management of Congenital Hair Shaft Disorders Without Fragility—Part II
Some congenital hair disorders improve with age and can be managed with treatments like minoxidil, retinoids, supplements, and gentle hair care, but there's no cure.
research The Annual Changes of Clinical Manifestation of Androgenetic Alopecia Clinic in Korean Males and Females: An Outpatient-Based Study
AGA increased yearly, type I most common, and family history and seborrheic dermatitis often linked.
research Evaluation and Management of the Hair Loss Patient in the Primary Care Setting
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.
research Hair Loss in Children: Diagnosis and Treatment
The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of hair loss in children is crucial due to limited treatment options and the condition's psychological impact.
research Alopecia Areata: Overview and Insights from January 2018
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune condition causing hair loss, influenced by genetics, stress, and diet, and may be prevented by a high soy oil diet.
research Lichen Planopilaris: Update on Diagnosis and Treatment
New insights show Lichen Planopilaris is a rare, scarring hair loss condition, hard to treat, mainly affecting middle-aged women, and significantly impacts mental health.
research Exploring the Brain-Skin Connection: Leads and Lessons from the Hair Follicle
Hair follicles on the scalp interact with and respond to the nervous system, influencing their own behavior and growth.
research Annular Alopecia Areata: Report of Two Cases
Two people had unusual ring-shaped hair loss due to an autoimmune disorder.
research Atrichia Caused by Mutations in the Vitamin D Receptor Gene Is a Phenocopy of Generalized Atrichia Caused by Mutations in the Hairless Gene
Mutations in the Vitamin D receptor gene can cause hair loss similar to mutations in the Hairless gene.
research Bitemporal Scalp Hair Loss: Differential Diagnosis of Nonscarring and Scarring Conditions
Understanding the cause of bitemporal hair loss is key to deciding the right treatment.
research Bald Thigh Syndrome in Sighthounds: Revisiting the Cause of a Well-Known Disease
Bald thigh syndrome in sighthounds is caused by structural defects in hair shafts due to downregulated genes and proteins.