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      Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia (CCCA)

      research Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia (CCCA)

      September 2021 in “CRC Press eBooks”
      CCCA is a common hair loss condition in African American women, often inherited and influenced by hairstyling, with unique scalp features detectable by special tools.
      Clinical Case Notes: Tamoxifen Optic Neuropathy

      research Clinical Case Notes: Tamoxifen Optic Neuropathy

      23 citations, February 2004 in “Clinical and Experimental Ophthalmology”
      A boy with chromosome 13q deletion syndrome developed eye cancer, a woman with breast cancer lost vision due to a rare side-effect of her treatment, a man's vision worsened after using a hair loss drug, and two rare disorders were discussed. Optical Coherence Tomography is useful for diagnosing and monitoring these conditions.
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      Cutaneous Manifestations of Mucopolysaccharidoses

      research Cutaneous Manifestations of Mucopolysaccharidoses

      8 citations, September 2016 in “Pediatric dermatology”
      People with Mucopolysaccharidoses often have skin problems like thick skin and extra hair, and recognizing these can help diagnose and treat the condition early.
      Temporal Triangular Alopecia

      research Temporal Triangular Alopecia

      April 2012 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks”
      Temporal triangular alopecia is a lifelong condition with hairless patches on the side of the head that may be present from birth.
      Diseases of the Skin: Treatment of Scalp Disorders

      research Diseases of the Skin: Treatment of Scalp Disorders

      6 citations, February 1974 in “The BMJ”
      The document concludes that scalp disorders can be treated with hair washing, specific shampoos, medications, and sometimes surgery or hair transplants, but hereditary baldness is untreatable.
      Hair Loss in Children

      research Hair Loss in Children

      6 citations, May 1993 in “Archives of Disease in Childhood”
      Children's hair loss can be caused by many factors, including autoimmune diseases, emotional stress, genetics, and infections, with treatment and prognosis varying.
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      Mechanical Forces in Skin Disorders

      research Mechanical Forces in Skin Disorders

      65 citations, March 2018 in “Journal of Dermatological Science”
      Skin problems can be caused or worsened by physical forces and pressure on the skin.
      Sparse Hair in a Female Toddler

      research Sparse Hair in a Female Toddler

      April 2013
      Iron supplements may reverse premature graying in iron-deficient individuals; ingrown nails are common in diabetics with certain risk factors; topical finasteride may reduce scalp DHT as effectively as oral finasteride; monilethrix treatment is challenging but some medications can help.
      Disorders of Keratinization

      research Disorders of Keratinization

      November 2014
      The chapter explains that there are many genetic skin disorders affecting skin cell formation, including both common and rare types.
      Skin Disorders

      research Skin Disorders

      March 2012 in “Pathy's Principles and Practice of Geriatric Medicine”
      Older adults often have skin problems due to aging, and treating these conditions requires attention to both physical and mental health.
      Melanocytes and Vitiligo and Hair Graying

      research Melanocytes and Vitiligo and Hair Graying

      1 citations, January 2014 in “Elsevier eBooks”
      Melanocytes produce melanin; their defects cause vitiligo and hair graying, with treatments available for vitiligo.
      WNT10A, Dermatology and Dentistry

      research WNT10A, Dermatology and Dentistry

      30 citations, June 2021 in “British Journal of Dermatology”
      Mutations in the WNT10A gene can cause skin, hair, teeth, and other disorders, and may also affect other areas like kidney and cancer, with potential for targeted treatments.
      Menstrual Disorders in Adolescents

      research Menstrual Disorders in Adolescents

      75 citations, June 1999 in “Pediatric Clinics of North America”
      The document concludes that early recognition and treatment of PCOS in adolescents is crucial for managing symptoms and long-term health risks.

      research Genetic Disorders and Defects in Vitamin D Action

      151 citations, June 2010 in “Endocrinology and metabolism clinics of North America”
      Two rare genetic diseases cause severe rickets in children due to defects in vitamin D metabolism.
      Hirsutism

      research Hirsutism

      12 citations, May 2005 in “Current obstetrics and gynaecology/Current obstetrics & gynaecology”
      Hirsutism is too much hair growth in women like the pattern in men, often caused by high male hormones, and can be treated with hormone control and hair removal methods.