Accurate diagnosis of cicatricial alopecias requires thorough scalp examination and multiple biopsy techniques.
January 2024 in “Frontiers in immunology” Histone modification is key in treating chronic inflammatory skin diseases.
March 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” A woman's progressive hair loss was correctly diagnosed as a rare condition called fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution after initially being mistaken for a more common type.
94 citations,
October 2017 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Lichen planus pigmentosus causes dark skin patches and is treated by avoiding triggers and using anti-inflammatory medications.
26 citations,
October 2017 in “Clinical Reviews in Allergy & Immunology” Autoimmune liver diseases are likely linked to certain skin conditions like vitiligo and psoriasis.
September 2017 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Scarred skin in lichen planopilaris loses immune cells due to a decrease in a specific protein in skin cells.
September 2024 in “Skin Research and Technology” AFM can help diagnose lichen planopilaris by identifying specific hair structure changes.
73 citations,
April 2010 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Dermoscopy helps diagnose and monitor treatment for hair loss from scarring conditions like discoid lupus and lichen planopilaris.
52 citations,
March 2010 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Alopecia areata shows a unique type 1 interferon signature, suggesting potential treatment by targeting this pathway.
33 citations,
January 2010 in “Case reports in dermatology” Dermoscopy helps diagnose frontal fibrosing alopecia by distinguishing it from other hair loss conditions.
July 2023 in “Dermatology Practical & Conceptual” A positive anagen pull test can help detect active Lichen Planopilaris.
11 citations,
January 2010 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” Hair transplant and applying 5% minoxidil solution can effectively treat permanent hair loss, but it may change hair direction in some cases.
May 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Mycophenolate mofetil may improve symptoms and stop hair loss in Lichen planopilaris, but more research is needed.
1 citations,
May 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Lichen planus pigmentosus and fibrosing frontal alopecia in Colombia are likely different stages of the same disease.
January 2010 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document concludes that different types of hair loss have specific treatments, and early diagnosis is crucial for preventing permanent hair loss.
May 2022 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” Combined carboxytherapy and minoxidil 20% may help treat Lichen planopilaris.
October 2023 in “Journal of Medicine, University of Santo Tomas (JMUST Online)” Elderly patients frequently suffer from skin conditions, especially inflammatory ones, highlighting the need for better healthcare.
July 2022 in “JEADV Clinical Practice” The document concludes that different types of permanent hair loss conditions are related and early treatment is key to preventing further damage.
105 citations,
December 2009 in “Archives of dermatology” A specific drug can help treat Lichen Planopilaris, a condition causing permanent hair loss.
February 2016 in “Acta Medica Marisiensis” A woman with chronic hepatitis C had a rare skin condition linked to her illness.
1 citations,
January 2014 in “Health Renaissance” Pseudopelade of Brocq is hard to diagnose and treat, with limited effective options.
1 citations,
December 2018 in “Journal of Pakistan Association of Dermatology” Dermoscopy is useful for diagnosing different types of hair loss.
4 citations,
November 2016 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology” Three characteristics of plasmacytoid dendritic cells help tell apart lupus-related hair loss from LPP.
May 2017 in “InTech eBooks” Some hair loss disorders cause permanent loss due to scarring, and treatments like steroids don't always work well.
1 citations,
April 2010 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for managing rare hair loss disorders and that more research is needed to improve treatment strategies.
155 citations,
June 2009 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Lichen planus is a skin condition that can resolve on its own, is linked to hepatitis C, and increases the risk of skin cancer.
18 citations,
May 2006 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Linear lichen planopilaris can affect the trunk, not just the face.
January 2016 in “Indian dermatology online journal” Frontal fibrosing alopecia causes hair loss at the front hairline, and no effective treatment exists.
February 2009 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Transverse sections are better for non-scarring hair loss, vertical sections are better for lichen planopilaris, and either method works for other scarring hair loss types.
3 citations,
January 2016 in “Dermatology online journal” Some people with lichen planus pigmentosus might later develop frontal fibrosing alopecia.