76 citations,
June 2008 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” The conclusion is that certain scalp tissue changes are characteristic of lichen planopilaris, with mucinous perifollicular fibroplasia being a new feature for diagnosis.
1 citations,
January 1985 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” The document recommends careful planning and techniques for successful punch hair grafting in hair restoration.
7 citations,
July 2019 in “International journal of research in dermatology” Intralesional triamcinolone acetonide is more effective than platelet-rich plasma for treating scalp alopecia areata.
2 citations,
September 2020 in “International journal of radiology & radiation therapy” Radiotherapy can cause rare changes in hair color, which should be discussed with patients.
4 citations,
August 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Actual harvested hair follicles were fewer and differed in type from estimated, with older patients and those with multiple transplants needing more careful planning.
January 2023 in “International journal of homoeopathic sciences” The document says homoeopathic treatments are good for hair regrowth in alopecia areata but doesn't give proof.
41 citations,
October 2008 in “The American journal of pathology” Blocking a specific protein signal can make hair grow on mouse nipples.
September 2023 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Hair regrowth from severe alopecia areata treatment with baricitinib can vary, with faster results in those with shorter hair loss duration.
12 citations,
September 2020 in “Stem cell research & therapy” Adult skin cell-based early-stage skin substitutes improve wound healing and hair growth in mice.
6 citations,
August 1991 in “Pediatric Clinics of North America” The document concludes that various hair and scalp disorders in children have specific treatments and proper diagnosis is essential.
3 citations,
April 2017 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Laser hair removal can be an effective last-resort treatment for men with stubborn Alopecia Areata who want to be uniformly bald.
10 citations,
May 2009 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Technique effectively reconstructs large scalp defects with minimal hair loss and visible scarring.
6 citations,
November 2020 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Both concentrations of triamcinolone acetonide are effective for hair regrowth in patchy alopecia areata, but 5 mg/mL is recommended to reduce side effects.
January 2013 in “Hair transplant forum international” Both surgical hairline advancement and follicular unit transplantation effectively lower the female hairline, but they differ in speed, scarring, and naturalness of results.
April 2021 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” A child with a rare scalp condition regrew hair after treatment.
44 citations,
November 1998 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Accurate diagnosis is key for treating different kinds of hair loss, and immune response variations may affect the condition and treatment results.
1 citations,
December 2021 in “Kathmandu University medical journal” Adult earlobe can have a benign cyst that is usually removed by surgery.
235 citations,
January 2011 in “Journal of Clinical Investigation” Men with baldness due to androgenetic alopecia still have hair stem cells, but lack specific cells needed for hair growth.
2 citations,
March 2015 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Azathioprine can cause unusual hair loss, which may reverse after stopping the drug.
3 citations,
June 2005 in “Ophthalmology Clinics of North America” Follicular unit transplantation treats hair loss and restores eyebrows with short recovery and natural results.
January 2025 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Long scalp hair evolved for cooling and social signaling.
2 citations,
May 2005 in “Seminars in Plastic Surgery” The Juri Temporo-Parieto-Occipital Flap is a good option for scalp reconstruction and hairline restoration with a natural look, despite some risk of necrosis and scarring.
6 citations,
September 1997 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Chest hair can be used for scalp hair transplants when there's not enough scalp hair.
November 2001 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Galea fixation is a safe and effective way to remove bald scalp with minimal scarring and reduced stretch-back.
43 citations,
May 2011 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Recognizing the different stages of alopecia areata is crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
January 2007 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document concludes that hair transplantation for Asians should consider unique scalp and hair traits, use small grafts, and combine surgery with medication like finasteride and minoxidil for best results.
17 citations,
June 2011 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Hair transplantation is an effective way to restore eyebrows.
March 2020 in “QJM: An International Journal of Medicine” Standard intralesional corticosteroids are the best treatment for patchy alopecia areata.
January 1990 in “Springer eBooks” The document talks about three main surgical treatments for hair loss: punch hair transplantation, alopecia reduction, and flap hair transplantation.
20 citations,
July 2008 in “Dermatologic Therapy” The document says that treating the root cause of hair follicle damage is crucial to prevent permanent hair loss, and treatment options vary.