research Clinical Approach to the Patient With Alopecia
Most hair loss disorders can be accurately diagnosed and treated in an outpatient setting.
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research Clinicoepidemiological Observational Study of Acquired Alopecias in Females Correlating with Anemia and Thyroid Function
The study concluded that hair loss in Indian women is not significantly linked to anemia or thyroid problems, but checking thyroid function could help those with ongoing hair loss.
research Vertical vs. Transverse Sections of Scalp Biopsy Specimens: A Pilot Study on the Comparison of the Diagnostic Value of Two Techniques in Alopecia
Transverse scalp sections are better for diagnosing non-scarring hair loss, while vertical sections are better for a specific scarring hair loss called lichen planopilaris.
research Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil for Treating Alopecia: A 3-Year North American Retrospective Case Series
Low-dose oral minoxidil is an effective and well-tolerated treatment for hair growth in alopecia patients.
research The Rise of Transcutaneous Drug Delivery for the Management of Alopecia: A Review of Existing Literature and an Eye Towards the Future
Using methods like lasers and microneedling with drugs can improve hair regrowth for alopecia, but more research is needed on safety and best practices.
research Alopecia: Children Are Not Just Little People
Hair loss in children is diagnosed and treated differently than in adults, with different common causes and a focus on less invasive methods.
research Alopecia: Overview, Causes, and Current Treatment Options
Early diagnosis is crucial for treating alopecia effectively.
research Genome-Wide Association Study of Alopecia Areata in Taiwan: The Conflict Between Individuals and Hair Follicles
Certain genetic variants linked to immune response increase the risk of alopecia areata in Taiwanese people.
research Hair Distribution Width – A Novel Trichoscopy Parameter for Hair Miniaturization in Androgenetic Alopecia
New method, hair distribution width (HDW), improves accuracy in diagnosing androgenetic alopecia (AGA).
research Association Between Natural Hair Color, Race, And Alopecia
Darker hair colors may increase the risk of alopecia areata, while lighter hair colors may decrease it.
research Tumor Necrosis Factor Inhibitors and Janus Kinase Inhibitors in the Treatment of Cicatricial Alopecia: A Systematic Review
Tofacitinib and adalimumab are promising treatments for cicatricial alopecia with few side effects.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma for Alopecia and Hair Restoration
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy can effectively treat various hair loss conditions, improve hair count, thickness, and density, and potentially speed up results when combined with surgical techniques.
research PPAR-γ Modulation as a Novel Therapeutic Strategy for Scarring Alopecia
A new treatment using AGED to modulate PPAR-γ shows promise for treating scarring hair loss by protecting and repairing hair follicle cells.
research Is EBF1 a Negative Regulator of WNT10A in the Development of Androgenetic Alopecia?
Finasteride helps female-pattern hair loss.
research Low-Level Laser Therapy for the Treatment of Male and Female-Pattern Hair Loss: A Review of Literature
Low-level laser therapy helps hair growth and reduces hair loss with few side effects.
research Hair Loss in Men: Causes and Treatments
Male-pattern hair loss is normal, often involves hormone effects on hair follicles, and can be treated with medication or surgery, but new treatments are being researched.
research The Basic Science of Hair Biology
Hair disorders are caused by a complex mix of biology, genetics, hormones, and environmental factors, affecting hair growth and leading to conditions like alopecia.
research Hair Loss in Hospital Medicine: A Practical Guide
The guide helps clinicians diagnose and manage hair loss, detailing examination techniques and treatments for different types of alopecia.
research The Spectrum of Hair Loss in Patients with Mycosis Fungoides and Sézary Syndrome
Some patients with mycosis fungoides or Sézary syndrome experience hair loss, which may be similar to alopecia areata or linked to skin lesions, possibly due to abnormal T cells, and bexarotene can help treat it.
research Immunopathology of the Human Hair Follicle
The document concludes that immune system abnormalities cause alopecia areata, but the exact process is still not completely understood.
research Disorders of the Scalp and Hair
Different scalp and hair disorders are more common in certain ethnic groups, with the most common being androgenetic alopecia, which is treated with medications like minoxidil and finasteride.
research Characterizing Hair Loss in the Elderly: An Observational Study of 163 Patients
Hair loss in elderly people is often due to health issues and needs better diagnosis and treatment.
research Overview of Lichen Planopilaris: Diagnosis and Treatment
Lichen Planopilaris is a hair loss condition best treated early with various medications, including hydroxychloroquine, to prevent permanent baldness.
research Trichoscopy of Dark Scalp: A Review of Trichoscopic Features in Hair and Scalp Disorders in Dark-Skinned Individuals
Trichoscopy helps diagnose hair and scalp disorders in dark-skinned people by identifying unique patterns.
research Patient Selection, Candidacy, and Treatment Planning for Hair Restoration Surgery
Choose hair restoration surgery candidates carefully and plan treatments for a natural look and future hair loss.
research How Do You Treat Premature Hair Loss in Women in Your Practice
The document concludes that hair loss in women is treated with medications, therapies, and surgery in Western medicine, and with acupuncture and herbs in Chinese medicine, but hereditary hair loss is hard to reverse.
research Lichen Planopilaris: Chronic Scarring Alopecia with Autoimmune Component
Lichen planopilaris is a chronic, scarring hair loss condition with no definitive cure, requiring accurate diagnosis and treatment to manage symptoms.
research Common Causes of Hair Loss: Clinical Manifestations, Trichoscopy, and Therapy
The document concludes that understanding and treating hair loss requires recognizing its various types and using appropriate diagnostic tools and treatments.
research Clinical Effects of Non-Ablative and Ablative Fractional Lasers on Various Hair Disorders: A Case Series of 17 Patients
Non-ablative and ablative fractional lasers helped hair growth in some cases without major side effects, but didn't work for all hair disorders.
research Mesenchymal Stem Cells and Stromal Vascular Fraction for Hair Loss
Adipose tissue shows promise for hair regrowth, but more research is needed to confirm best practices and effectiveness.