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Certain hairstyles, diabetes, scalp infections, and vitamin D deficiency may increase the risk of hair loss in Black women; more research is needed for better treatment.

A man with skin and hair symptoms improved partially with specific treatment.

Trichoscopy is useful for quickly diagnosing different types of hair loss without needing biopsies.

Non-scarring hair loss is common in lupus patients and can be diagnosed with specific hair and tissue tests.

The 2015 Hair Research Congress concluded that stem cells, maraviroc, and simvastatin could potentially treat Alopecia Areata, topical minoxidil, finasteride, and steroids could treat Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia, and PTGDR2 antagonists could also treat alopecia. They also found that low-level light therapy could help with hair loss, a robotic device could assist in hair extraction, and nutrition could aid hair growth. They suggested that Alopecia Areata is an inflammatory disorder, not a single disease, indicating a need for personalized treatments.

Transverse scalp biopsy sections help diagnose different alopecias by showing hair follicle details and inflammation patterns.

Lupus can cause hair loss and nail changes, with treatments available for both.

In Italian patients with lupus, the most common skin issue was chronic cutaneous lupus, especially discoid lesions, and nonspecific skin problems occurred in about a third of those with systemic lupus, mainly during active disease.

Trichoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing different hair and scalp diseases without surgery.

Dermatoscopy helps diagnose hair and scalp disorders in people with Afro-textured hair, but more research is needed for better understanding and treatment.

Special and immunohistochemical stains are not routinely needed for diagnosing hair disorders.

Obstetrician/gynecologists can diagnose and manage female hair loss with careful history taking and examination.

Skin problems are common in Lupus patients and can indicate the disease's severity, requiring specific treatments and lifestyle changes.

Ruby laser pulses best destroy hair follicles during the growth phase and effectiveness varies with laser intensity; melanin is key for targeting, and timing treatments can improve results.

Trichoscopy is a quick, noninvasive method to diagnose hair and scalp disorders, often reducing the need for biopsies.

Autoimmune diseases can cause hair loss, and early treatment is important to prevent permanent damage.

Most hair loss can be diagnosed with patient history and physical exam, and a few common types make up most cases.

The document concludes that clinicians should be aware of common hair and scalp disorders in women of African descent and that more research is needed to develop effective treatments.

Trichoscopy helps diagnose hair and scalp disorders in dark-skinned people by identifying unique patterns.

Early treatment helps stop hair loss in women of color.

Targeted cancer therapies can cause skin side effects, which should be treated early to help patients' quality of life and treatment adherence.

A new method using visual aids to diagnose hair diseases was effective after brief training.

Examining scalp biopsies in different ways helps better diagnose hair loss types.

Many patients experienced hair loss after COVID-19, with women affected more, starting on average 49 days post-infection.

Up to half of women by age 50 experience significant hair loss, with various types and treatments available.

Janus kinase inhibitors show promise in treating alopecia areata but need better topical formulations.

Lichen planus is a skin condition that can resolve on its own, is linked to hepatitis C, and increases the risk of skin cancer.

The document concludes that there have been significant improvements in diagnosing and treating skin diseases, including melanoma, with new techniques and therapies.

To diagnose hair loss, use a systematic approach including history, exams, and tests.

Doctors should use a detailed patient history and physical exam to diagnose joint pain, and consult a rheumatologist early for suspected autoimmune diseases.