research Etiology and Diagnosis of Androgenetic Alopecia
Hair loss is caused by genetics and hormones, diagnosed through examination and biopsy, and treated with medications or surgery.
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research Infundibular Protein and RNA Microarray Analyses from Affected and Clinically Non-Affected Scalp in Male Androgenetic Alopecia Patients
Finasteride helps female-pattern hair loss.
research Seasonal Alopecia Areata with Atopy
A 5-year-old boy's seasonal hair loss is linked to his allergies.
research Characteristics of Nonbalding Scalp Zones of Androgenetic Alopecia in East Asians
Hair density and thickness decrease in all scalp areas for East Asians with AGA.
research Technical Considerations for Follicular Unit Extraction in African-American Hair
FUE can be successfully done on African-American hair by using larger punch tools and careful techniques to reduce hair damage.
research Significant Relationship Between Temporal Hair Loss and Other Scalp Areas in Female Pattern Hair Loss
Temporal hair loss relates to overall scalp hair loss in women.
research Diffuse Scarring Alopecia in a Female Pattern Hair Loss Distribution
Scarring hair loss found in female pattern; biopsy needed for diagnosis.
research Pitfalls of Midface Surgery
Midface surgery complications are generally rare and manageable with skilled surgery and informed patients.
research Braids or Ponytail-Associated Traction Alopecia in Female Children
Changing hairstyles can help hair regrow in children with hair loss from tight braids or ponytails.
research Epinephrine Vasoconstriction Effect Time in the Scalp Differs According to Injection Site and Concentration
Higher epinephrine concentration and specific injection sites increase scalp vasoconstriction time.
research Postoperative Alopecia Following Oral Surgery
Hair loss can occur after oral surgery, likely due to stress and pressure on the scalp, and usually gets better on its own.
research Alopecia After Ileal Pouch-Anal Anastomosis
Some patients temporarily lost hair after a certain bowel surgery, but it grew back without needing special treatment.
research Scalp Biopsy and Diagnosis of Common Hair Loss Problems
Scalp biopsy helps tell apart permanent and temporary hair loss types and guides treatment.
research Medical Pearl: Comparing Crown Part Width to Occipital Part Width to Diagnose Female Pattern Hair Loss
research Efficacy, Safety, and Pharmacoeconomics of Three Common Strategies for Pediatric Alopecia Areata Patients: A Retrospective Cohort Study
Traditional treatment for pediatric alopecia areata is most effective and should be first choice.
research Hair Growth in a Patient with Alopecia Areata on Tocilizumab
A woman with alopecia regrew her hair after taking a higher dose of tocilizumab.
research Androgenic Alopecia: Cross-Talk Between Cell Signal Transduction Pathways
Hair loss in Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is due to altered cell sensitivity to hormones, not increased hormone levels. Hair growth periods shorten over time, causing hair to become thinner and shorter. This is linked to miscommunication between cell pathways in hair follicles. There's also a change in gene expression related to blood vessels and cell growth in balding hair follicles. The exact molecular causes of AGA are still unclear.
research Sudden Onset Hair Loss and Color Change
A man's sudden hair loss and color change to white was diagnosed as alopecia areata and it improved on its own after six months.
research Disorders of the Hair and Nails
The document reviews various hair and nail disorders, their causes, and treatments, emphasizing the need for proper diagnosis and the link between nail changes and systemic diseases.
research Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis Simplex With Woolly Hair: A Report of a New Family
Two siblings were found to have a genetic condition causing progressive hair loss and woolly hair, which may often be misdiagnosed.
research The Mercedes Incision in Hair Restoration
The Mercedes incision is a new hair restoration technique that creates a more natural look and has a high success rate.
research Acne Keloidalis Nuchae Successfully Treated with Halobetasol 0.01% and Tazarotene 0.045% Lotion
A new lotion with halobetasol and tazarotene successfully treats acne keloidalis nuchae.
research Novel Approaches in Herbal Cosmetics: An Overview
Herbal cosmetics are becoming more popular because they are safer, have fewer side effects, and offer health benefits.
research Trachyonychia in a Child with Concomitant Alopecia Areata and Lichen Planus
A boy's hair, nails, and skin improved after 6 months of steroid treatment.
research Dermoscopy Study of Androgenic Alopecia in Men
Dermoscopy shows that varying hair shaft thickness and single hair follicles are main signs of male pattern baldness, especially in the fronto-temporal region.
research Acne Keloidalis Nuchae: Chronic Condition in African Men
Acne keloidalis nuchae is a chronic skin condition more common in African men, causing itchy or painful bumps and can lead to permanent hair loss if not treated early.
research Postmenopausal Alopecia (Hair Loss)
Over 40% of postmenopausal women experience hair loss, with treatments aiming to stop further loss and possibly thicken hair.
research Alopecia Areata in a 45-Year-Old Female with Autoimmune Diseases
A 45-year-old woman with autoimmune diseases experienced patchy hair loss due to alopecia areata, which has no cure but can be treated, with varying success.
research Rely on Clinical Experience to Guide Treatment Selection for Primary Cicatricial Alopecias
Doctors use their experience to choose treatments for scarring hair loss because it's hard to diagnose and treat.
research Alopecia And Its Medical Management
Hair loss can be treated with medications like minoxidil and finasteride or surgery, but treatment effectiveness varies by alopecia type and accurate diagnosis is important.