September 2023 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” About one-third of Saudi women with female pattern hair loss also have thinning hair at the back of their head.
May 2023 in “Vestnik dermatologii i venerologii” Early-stage male pattern baldness shows two types of hair loss: one on the top of the head linked to hormonal changes, and another at the back of the head. The top hair loss responds well to specific treatment, while the back hair loss does not.
May 2022 in “Hair transplant forum international” Hair restoration should include the parietal eminence area for better balance in frontal and lateral profiles and to improve the head's contours.
November 2021 in “CRC Press eBooks” Anagen effluvium is a reversible condition causing sudden hair loss, often due to chemotherapy or head radiation.
January 2018 in “Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers (P) Ltd. eBooks” Scalp micropigmentation is a process where tiny dots of pigment are tattooed onto the scalp to create the appearance of a shaved head or fuller hair.
February 2016 in “International journal of innovative research in medical science” Men with severe androgenetic alopecia, especially on the top of the head, have a higher risk of coronary artery disease.
Women with a certain type of hair loss have more copper in the back of their head than the front, and treatment can normalize hair but not copper levels.
28 citations,
May 1998 in “Skin Research and Technology” Scalp flaps are stiffer than skin from other body areas, which helps in planning reconstructive and cosmetic head surgeries.
7 citations,
October 2018 in “Journal of Craniofacial Surgery” About 21.3% of young, healthy Chinese men experience hair loss. Hairlines are mostly linear or have a central protrusion. Hair is densest on the top and back of the head, and hair follicles usually have 1 or 2 hairs. This information can help in designing hair restoration procedures.
June 2022 in “Asian Pacific journal of health sciences” Ayurvedic treatments like bloodletting, herbal packs, and medicated liquid flow over the head are a safe and effective alternative for hair loss.
20 citations,
August 2016 in “International Journal of Cancer” Men with male pattern baldness have a higher risk of certain skin cancers, especially on the scalp.
20 citations,
February 2012 in “Archives of dermatology” Leg hair transplants can create a natural-looking hairline and show successful growth over several years.
19 citations,
March 2013 in “Headache The Journal of Head and Face Pain” A woman's headache and hair loss were relieved by Botox injections.
6 citations,
February 2021 in “Proteins” Researchers found that the most reachable bonds in wool fibers are near the ends of certain proteins, which help stabilize the fiber's structure.
6 citations,
April 2013 in “Assiut Veterinary Medical Journal/Maǧallaẗ Asyūṭ al-ṭibiyyaẗ al-baytariyyaẗ” Most cats with ear infections recovered after treatment, especially Turkish Angora and Persian breeds.
3 citations,
July 2018 in “Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery” Hair loss can occur after oral surgery, likely due to stress and pressure on the scalp, and usually gets better on its own.
3 citations,
November 2011 in “Small GTPases” Researchers found that hair follicle stem cells can become squamous cell carcinoma due to Ras activation, which could lead to new treatments.
2 citations,
April 2021 in “FEBS open bio” Human hair keratins K85 and K35 create unique filament patterns important for early hair formation.
2 citations,
June 1953 in “Journal of the American Medical Association” Leprosy is mainly contracted during infancy or childhood.
November 2023 in “BMC women's health” Older age and specific haircare practices increase the risk of traction alopecia, and education on these factors could help prevent it.
Scalp tonics are popular for stress-related hair loss, but minoxidil is used less due to side effects and inconvenience.
Hair loss is common in the studied community, often linked to aging and hair care practices like braids, weaves, and chemical relaxers.
January 2016 in “MRIMS Journal of Health Sciences” Good cultural practices and proper nutrition can prevent hair loss in girls.
Sesa oil, Keshking oil, and Parachute oils were the most available hair loss treatments in Bhilai-Durg city during 2011-12.
January 2011 in “Yearbook of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery” Thicker melanomas and nodular types are more likely to spread to sentinel lymph nodes.
March 1985 in “Head & Neck Surgery” Hair transplantation improves life quality by addressing scars, aging, and genetic flaws, but is limited by the availability of the patient's own hair for donation.
24 citations,
August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” SMP is a medical tattoo for hair loss, improving appearance and camouflaging scars, but requires skill and has limitations.
17 citations,
May 2007 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Gomez–Lopez–Hernandez syndrome can cause focal hair loss and developmental delays but some children can still function well and excel in school and sports.
1 citations,
August 2022 in “Journal of Drugs in Dermatology” More frequent PRP sessions with shorter intervals improve hair loss treatment.
September 1994 in “Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery” Several doctors received research grants, new workshops and conferences were announced, and new officers were elected.