research Hair Pull Test: Evidence-Based Update and Revision of Guidelines
The normal range for the hair pull test is 2 hairs or fewer, and washing or brushing hair before the test does not affect the results.
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research Trichoscopy-Assisted Hair Pull Test: A Helpful Adjunct to Trichoscopy for Diagnosing and Managing Alopecias
The trichoscopy-assisted hair pull test is useful for diagnosing different types of hair loss.
research Hair Evaluation Method: Pull Test and Wash Test
The pull test and wash test are cheap, easy methods to diagnose hair loss.
research Serial Trichoscopy vs. Modified Hair Pull Test for Monitoring Disease Activity and Treatment Response of Localized Alopecia Areata
Serial trichoscopy is more reliable than the modified hair pull test for tracking alopecia areata.
research Androgenic Alopecia, Male and Female Pattern, Platelet-Rich Plasma, Hair Pull Test
research Practical Guidelines for Evaluation of Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome
Loose anagen hair syndrome, often affecting young girls, can be diagnosed with a hair-pull test and usually gets better on its own, but severe cases may need treatment.
research Evaluation and Diagnosis of the Hair Loss Patient
To diagnose hair loss, use a systematic approach including history, exams, and tests.
research How to Diagnose Hair Loss
The document concludes that using specific tools and tests is essential for identifying the cause of hair loss and deciding on the right treatment.
research Hair Disorders
The document explains different hair loss types and treatments, emphasizing diagnosis through examination and tests, and specific treatments for each condition.
research A Guide to Distinguish Alopecia Areata from Other Hair Loss Diseases Presenting Similar Clinical Manifestations
The document provides ways to tell alopecia areata from other similar hair loss conditions, using visual checks and specific tests.
research Androgenic Alopecia in Women: An Indian Perspective
Androgenic alopecia (AA) in Indian women is rarely reported, with varying severity and patterns, and hair pull tests and trichograms help understand it better.
research Characterizing Hair Loss in Female Patients with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Women with lupus experienced non-scarring hair loss with fewer hair follicles, and the test for lupus in hair was not helpful.
research Loose Anagen Syndrome in One Identical Twin Girl
One twin girl has Loose anagen syndrome with poorly anchored hair, diagnosed with a simple hair pull test, while her identical twin does not have the condition.
research A Case of Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome Associated With Trichotillomania in a 14-Year-Old Girl
A 14-year-old girl with a condition that makes her hair easy to pull out also has a hair-pulling disorder, and treatment helped but she relapsed after a year.
research Diffuse Hair Loss: Its Triggers and Management
To manage diffuse hair loss, identify the cause, improve nutrition, remove triggers, and use specific treatments like minoxidil or finasteride.
research EEMCO Guidance for the Assessment of Hair Shedding and Alopecia
The document explains hair growth and shedding, factors affecting it, and methods to evaluate hair loss, emphasizing the importance of skin biopsy for diagnosis.
research Trichotillomania in Children: A Retrospective Study
Children with trichotillomania often pull hair from their scalp, and parents may not notice; stress can trigger it, and asking detailed questions helps in diagnosis and treatment.
research Hair Diseases
Most hair loss can be diagnosed with patient history and physical exam, and a few common types make up most cases.
research A 6-Month, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study Evaluating the Ability of a Marine Complex Supplement to Promote Hair Growth in Men with Thinning Hair
The marine complex supplement significantly improved hair growth in men with thinning hair without adverse effects.
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 Evaluation of Hair Loss
Detailed patient history and physical exams are crucial for diagnosing hair loss.
research Diseases on Hair Follicles Leading to Hair Loss Part I: Nonscarring Alopecias
Common types of non-scarring hair loss have various causes and treatments, but more effective solutions are needed.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss: An Update
Female pattern hair loss has multiple causes and treatments, with new therapies showing promise.
research Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome in Children of Upper Egypt
Loose Anagen Hair syndrome occurs in dark-skinned children and often improves on its own.
research Current Standards in the Diagnostics and Therapy of Hair Diseases - Hair Consultation
The document concludes that proper diagnosis and evidence-based treatments are crucial for managing hair diseases, and psychological support for patients is important.
research Increased Hair Shedding May Be Associated with the Presence of Malassezia
Malassezia yeast might be linked to more hair shedding.
research Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome in Black-Haired Indian Children
Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome is found in black-haired Indian children and is often missed, especially in boys.
research Recurrent Episodes of Hair Loss in a 37-Year-Old Woman
The woman's hair loss was mainly due to stress and low iron levels, and her hair grew back after treatment.
research Methods of Hair Loss Evaluation in Patients with Endocrine Disorders
The document concludes that most patients with endocrine disorders experience diffuse, non-scarring hair loss, with scarring hair loss being rare.
research Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome: A Case Study of a 6-Year-Old Girl
A 6-year-old girl's inability to grow her hair long was due to Loose Anagen Hair Syndrome, which causes hair to shed easily and may improve with age.