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Act quickly to prevent permanent hair loss from tight hairstyles.

Avoiding dyed wigs and clothing improved severe allergic reactions in a woman treated with diphencyprone.

In this study, cross-section trichometry was found to be a precise method for measuring hair loss in chemotherapy patients, but marking the measurement site on the scalp is not always necessary.

This study found that 93% of patients treated with adjuvant Paclitaxel and Trastuzumab for early-stage HER2-positive breast cancer experienced mild to moderate hair loss.

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.

This study reports that emotional distress may cause alopecia areata and that treatments like fluorinated corticosteroid cream and triamcinolone acetonide injections have varying success, with hair regrowth being less frequent in children.

This study found that human scalp hair significantly reduces solar radiation intake, with more tightly curled hair offering greater protection against heat gain compared to a naked scalp.

This review discusses the incidence, reversibility, and impact of chemotherapy-induced alopecia and concludes that scalp cooling is the most effective prevention method in most cases, though some questions remain.

Hair regrowth was seen in 83% of children with alopecia, immune system plays a role in the condition, and various treatments showed effectiveness for hair and nail disorders.

This article discusses a case of sudden hair whitening in an 82-year-old woman, exploring the 'overnight greying' phenomenon, and reports no new results.

In this study of a Colombian sample, the researchers found that while sex, alopecia location, and symptoms aligned with global reports, age at presentation, tobacco use, and use of wigs and dyes were different from those noted in other countries.

This article reviews female pattern hair loss in women, highlighting its characteristics, treatment options, and the need to differentiate it from other hair loss conditions, and reports no new clinical results.

This review highlights that alopecia areata significantly impacts mental health and finances, with patients facing depression, anxiety, and substantial out-of-pocket expenses due to limited insurance coverage.

This paper reviews various causes of alopecia in cancer patients and highlights the importance of understanding these mechanisms for effective management, but reports no new findings.

These guidelines for alopecia areata management, prepared by the British Association of Dermatologists, provide evidence-based treatment recommendations and insights into the condition's epidemiology, diagnosis, and investigation.

In this review, the authors explored current and novel treatment options for androgenetic alopecia, noting both FDA-approved pharmacologic treatments like Minoxidil and Finasteride and various non-pharmacologic and surgical methods, including hair transplantation and scalp micro-pigmentation.

This article discusses the various cosmetic, medical, and surgical treatment options for androgenetic alopecia but reports no new clinical findings, emphasizing the importance of differential diagnosis in treatment planning.

This quality improvement initiative at Children’s Hospital of Orange County seeks to increase awareness and use of nonprofit pediatric wig programs by at least 50% over three months through educational interventions.

This study found that many young women with breast cancer experience a poor quality of life over time, especially regarding sexual health, future perspective, and hair loss.

In this case report, a 58-year-old woman was diagnosed with pseudopelada of Brocq, highlighting the diagnostic challenges of this rare scarring alopecia and underscoring the need for precise evaluation using trichoscopy and skin biopsy to avoid ineffective treatments and manage progression.

Alopecia areata causes negative emotions and stress due to hair loss and emotional triggers.

This article reviews the characteristics, pathogenesis, and treatment strategies for folliculitis decalvans, emphasizing the importance of early recognition and treatment to mitigate hair loss, but reports no new clinical results.

This updated guideline from the British Association of Dermatologists discusses current recommendations for managing alopecia areata but reports no new clinical research findings.

This study reports that chemotherapy-induced hair loss affects up to 65% of patients, typically within 1 to 3 weeks of treatment, while scalp cooling may help prevent severe hair loss with taxane-based therapies.

In this study, topical minoxidil treatment did not lead to substantial or cosmetically acceptable hair regrowth in most patients with longstanding alopecia areata.

This study highlights that wearing religious head coverings, such as hijabs, turbans, and wigs, is associated with traction alopecia due to hairstyling practices creating tension on the scalp, and offers culturally sensitive recommendations to mitigate this risk without compromising religious beliefs.

This review of randomized controlled trials for alopecia areata treatments found that none were significantly better than placebo in promoting long-term hair growth, with most trials being small and poorly reported.

This study found that Finnish individuals with alopecia areata, especially those with significant hair loss, reported reduced well-being and significant comorbidities, highlighting unmet needs for treatment and professional support.

In this study, researchers developed a novel composite fiber by incorporating minoxidil sulfate-loaded ZIF-8 nanoparticles into a polyvinyl alcohol matrix, achieving sustained drug release for up to 220 hours, strong mechanical properties, and the capability for cosmetic applications like wigs.

This review discusses the causes, associated conditions, and treatment options for alopecia areata, such as corticosteroids and wigs, but reports no new clinical findings.