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Most hair loss can be diagnosed with patient history and physical exam, and a few common types make up most cases.
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research Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia: New Insights and a Call for Action
Hair loss in black women needs more research, early intervention, and community education.
research Elastic Staining Versus Fluorescent and Polarized Microscopy in the Diagnosis of Alopecia
EVG staining is the most reliable method for diagnosing alopecia.
research Keratosis Follicularis Spinulosa Decalvans in a Female
A rare genetic skin condition usually affecting males was found in a 9-year-old girl.
research Pressure Alopecia from Orthodontic Headgear
Wearing orthodontic headgear can cause reversible hair loss if detected early.
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 Adalimumab-Induced Scalp Psoriasis with Severe Alopecia
Stopping adalimumab and starting methotrexate with topical treatments improved the woman's scalp psoriasis and hair regrew.
research Alopecia Induced by Autologous Fat Injection into the Temporal Area: Case Report and Review of the Literature
Fat injections in the face can cause hair loss.
research Alopecia in General Medicine
The document concludes that diagnosing and treating hair loss is complex and requires understanding its psychological effects and underlying causes, while also calling for more research and new treatments.
research Types and Treatment of Hair Loss in Men and Women
The article concludes that different types of hair loss require specific treatments and psychological support is important.
research Desmoplastic Melanoma Presenting as Primary Alopecia Neoplastica: A Report of Two Cases
Two women were diagnosed with a rare melanoma that looked like hair loss but was actually a type of skin cancer.
research Clinicopathological Characteristics and Treatment Outcomes of Fibrosing Alopecia in a Pattern Distribution: A Retrospective Cohort Study
Early treatment of fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution may improve outcomes.
research Alopecia in Children
Most hair loss in children is caused by a few common conditions and is easy to diagnose, but rare types require careful evaluation.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: A New Autoimmune Entity?
Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia might be an autoimmune disease.
research Conditions Simulating Androgenetic Alopecia
Different hair loss types need accurate diagnosis for proper treatment.
research Utility of Horizontal Sections of Scalp Biopsies in Differentiating Between Androgenetic Alopecia and Alopecia Areata
Scalp biopsies help tell apart androgenetic alopecia and alopecia areata.
research Dermatopathology of Common Hair Problems
Examining scalp biopsies in different ways helps better diagnose hair loss types.
research Hair and Scalp Disorders in Women of African Descent
Afro-textured hair is more fragile and prone to certain scalp conditions, requiring careful treatment and more research for effective management.
research Nails and Hair
Hair and nails can help diagnose diseases, with nail issues often linked to skin conditions and hair loss having various causes and treatments.
research Clinical Case of Folliculitis Decalvans in a Pregnant Woman
Topical treatment is recommended for Folliculitis decalvans in pregnant women.
research Hair Pathology
Triple horizontal scalp biopsies are 98% accurate in diagnosing hair loss, better than single biopsies.
research Better Treatment Outcomes for Patients with Alopecia
Oral minoxidil can improve hair thickness and a comprehensive treatment approach leads to better alopecia outcomes.
research Clinical, Trichoscopic and Histopathological Findings in Mexican Women with Traction Alopecia
Changing certain hairstyles can prevent worsening hair loss in Mexican women.
research Advances in Dermatology
New insights in skin conditions show a complex link between certain moles and melanoma, improved hair loss treatments, and the need to identify different types of lupus.
research Nails and Hair
Different hair and nail conditions can indicate health issues and have specific treatments; accurate diagnosis is crucial before treatment.
research Cutaneous Toxicities From Transplantation-Related Medications
Skin problems from transplant drugs are common and need careful management in organ transplant patients.
research Lymphocytic Mural Folliculitis and Pancreatic Carcinoma in a Cat
Lymphocytic mural folliculitis in cats might be an early sign of pancreatic cancer.
research Randomized Non-Inferiority Study of Oral Minoxidil (1.25 mg/day) vs. 5% Topical Minoxidil in Treating Female Pattern Hair Loss
Oral minoxidil is as effective and safe as topical minoxidil for treating female pattern hair loss.
research Transcriptional Profiling in Alopecia Areata Defines Immune and Cell Cycle Control Related Genes Within Disease-Specific Signatures
The study found that immune responses disrupt hair growth cycles, causing hair loss in alopecia areata.
research Hair Loss Is an Important Symptom of Menopause
Many women experience significant hair loss during menopause, and topical minoxidil is an effective treatment.