research Polarized Microscopy as a Helpful Tool to Distinguish Chronic Nonscarring Alopecia From Scarring Alopecia
Polarized microscopy is a quick and free method to correctly identify types of hair loss.
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research Trichoscopy Criteria for Diagnosing Female Androgenic Alopecia
Trichoscopy is a useful non-invasive method to diagnose female hair loss with high accuracy.
research An Atypical Clinical Presentation of Alopecia in Two Patients with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Two patients with lupus had an unusual type of hair loss not typical for the disease but improved with treatment.
research Incidental Clear Cell Syringoma of the Scalp in a Patient With Lichen Planopilaris
A woman with hair loss had a benign sweat duct tumor found during a scalp biopsy.
research Assessment of Occipital Involvement Among a Large Population of Females with Pattern Hair Loss in Saudi Arabia
About one-third of Saudi women with female pattern hair loss also have thinning hair at the back of their head.
research Recent Advances in Understanding of the Etiopathogenesis, Diagnosis, and Management of Hair Loss Diseases
New understanding and treatments for hair loss are improving, but more research is needed.
research Comorbid Laboratory Abnormalities in Female Pattern Hair Loss Patients
Many women with hair loss also have zinc deficiency, iron depletion, or thyroid issues.
research Management of Male Pattern Hair Loss (Androgenic Alopecia) Through Ayurveda Multimodal Approach: A Case Report
Ayurvedic treatment significantly reduced hair loss and improved hair quality in a 30-year-old male.
research Oral Cyclosporin Does Not Arrest Progression of Androgenetic Alopecia
Cyclosporin doesn't stop hair loss.
research Hair Pull Test: Evidence-Based Update and Revision of Guidelines
The normal range for the hair pull test is 2 hairs or fewer, and washing or brushing hair before the test does not affect the results.
research Androgenetic Alopecia in Adolescents: A Report of 43 Cases
Teen hair loss common in boys, linked to family history and mild symptoms.
research Fibrosing Alopecia in a Pattern Distribution in 16 African-Descent and Hispanic Female Patients: A Challenging Diagnosis
FAPD is a possible diagnosis for hair loss in patients of color and requires multiple evaluations for accurate diagnosis.
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 Histopathologic Evaluation of Alopecias
The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of different types of hair loss requires careful examination of hair and scalp tissue, considering both clinical and microscopic features.
research Cicatricial Alopecia: Overview and Treatment Recommendations
Permanent hair loss from cicatricial alopecia is treated by reducing inflammation and managing symptoms, but regrowth in scarred areas is unlikely.
research Phototrichogram Analysis of Normal Scalp Hair Characteristics with Aging
Hair gets thinner and grayer with age, and density decreases more in men on top and in women on top and back.
research Alopecia Areata: Clinical Perspective and an Insight into Pathogenesis
Alopecia areata causes hair loss due to an immune attack on hair follicles, influenced by genetics and environment.
research Radiation- and Chemotherapy-Induced Permanent Alopecia: Case Series
Some cancer treatments can cause permanent hair loss.
research Imposters of Androgenetic Alopecia
Recognize and treat hair loss conditions that mimic androgenetic alopecia by identifying warning signs and using proper tools.
research Telogen Effluvium: Comprehensive Overview and Treatment
Telogen Effluvium is a hair loss condition where treatment involves identifying and managing its triggers.
research Diagnostic Challenges in Determining Alopecia Areata
Diagnosing alopecia areata is challenging and requires careful examination and various tests to distinguish it from other hair loss types.
research Pathologic Quiz Case: Unexplained Hair Loss—1 Boy, 2 Cats, and 1 Dog
The boy had trichotillomania, causing hair loss, and treatment focused on habit reversal and support.
research Hairdressing Practices and Alopecia Among Women Aged 15 to 45 in Bamako
Certain hair styling methods, like weaving and straightening, are a main cause of hair loss in women from Bamako.
research Androgenetic Alopecia in Women
Female hair loss is often hereditary and can be treated with medication, hair transplants, and lasers.
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.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: An Update
Minoxidil and finasteride effectively treat hair loss.
research Plasma C19 Steroid Sulfate Levels and Indices of Androgen Bioavailability in Female Pattern Androgenic Alopecia
Women with female pattern hair loss have higher levels of certain androgens, suggesting increased androgen exposure to hair follicles.
research The Biology of Hair Growth
Hair growth is influenced by hormones and goes through different phases; androgens can both promote and inhibit hair growth depending on the body area.
research A Childhood Case of Trichotillomania Associated with Body Dysmorphic Disorder and Stigmatization Due to Outstanding Red Hair
A girl with red hair developed hair-pulling and body image disorders after being bullied for her hair color.
research Androgenetic Alopecia in Adolescents
Topical minoxidil helps treat hair loss in teens, but more research needed for safe options.