July 2022 in “Berkala Ilmu Kesehatan Kulit dan Kelamin/Berkala ilmu kesehatan kulit dan kelamin (Periodical of dermatology and venerology)” This study reviewed medical records of tinea capitis patients at a clinic in Surabaya, finding that the condition predominantly affected young males and was often associated with contact with cats.
April 2021 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” This case report describes a 7-year-old child with linear lupus panniculitis of the scalp, treated successfully with a combination of hydroxychloroquine, topical and intralesional steroids, and a topical calcineurin inhibitor.
In this study, a 34-year-old male developed allergic contact dermatitis on the scalp after using minoxidil solution for androgenic alopecia, with the reaction potentially linked to the propylene glycol in the product.
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January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology” This review discusses diagnostic challenges and management approaches for pediatric hair disorders, emphasizing the importance of distinguishing between acquired and congenital conditions, and reports no clinical results.
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May 2017 in “CMAJ. Canadian Medical Association journal” The boy had a fungal scalp infection called kerion, which was cured with oral antifungal medication.
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July 2004 in “Skinmed” This article reviews the structure and function of hair follicles, diagnostic approaches, and treatments for nonscarring alopecias, but reports no new clinical results.
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May 2022 in “Frontiers in Psychiatry” In this case study, a 33-year-old female with neuropsychiatric systemic lupus erythematosus experienced hair regrowth with no further loss after receiving a combination of systemic and local treatments.
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January 2018 in “International Journal of Advanced Community Medicine” This study reported the formulation of a new cream combining niacinamide and retinol aimed at reducing hyperpigmentation and providing anti-aging and moisturizing effects. It found that the cream remained stable under various environmental conditions and did not cause skin irritation in patch tests.
This study found that patients with scalp seborrheic dermatitis exhibited distinct allergy sensitization patterns linked to skin barrier dysfunction and changes in scalp microbiota, suggesting the importance of context in interpreting patch test reactivity.
November 2025 in “Contact Dermatitis” In this case study, a 34-year-old woman experienced facial allergic reactions to SPF-containing products, and patch tests identified sensitization to salicylates, which when avoided, stabilized her symptoms and her existing frontal fibrosing alopecia, highlighting a possible link to investigate further.
January 2022 in “Indian Journal of Paediatric Dermatology” This case study reports that patchy nonscarring alopecia without systemic involvement can be an atypical initial indication of juvenile onset systemic lupus erythematosus.
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March 2011 in “Journal of pediatric health care” This case report details a 13-year-old girl experiencing patchy hair loss on her scalp, with no pain or hair-pulling behavior reported.
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October 2006 in “Journal of Family Planning and Reproductive Health Care” This case report describes a woman who developed a 5 cm patch of scalp hair loss four months after receiving an Implanon contraceptive implant, with no previous history of hair loss or scalp issues.
June 2025 in “OPAL (Open@LaTrobe) (La Trobe University)” This study found that a novel bioengineered microneedle patch successfully delivered minoxidil to induce hair growth in a mouse model, suggesting a promising approach to improve treatment for androgenetic alopecia.
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October 1992 in “Archives of Dermatology” This article presents a case study of a 25-year-old man with persistent scalp nodules and abscesses with patchy alopecia, unaffected by a course of oral tetracycline.
September 2024 in “The Indian Veterinary Journal” This case report describes a three-month-old male Labrador pup with dermatophytosis, diagnosed through clinical signs and a Woods lamp test, which successfully recovered from the infection with a four-week treatment regimen involving topical and oral therapies.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this study, researchers developed and evaluated an herbal hair dye using extracts from plants like henna and amla, which possess antibacterial and antioxidant properties, and found favorable results through various tests such as organoleptic and physico-chemical evaluations.
June 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This study prepared a herbal hair dye using extracts from various herbs like Ratanjot, Henna, and Amla, known for their antibacterial and antioxidant properties, and evaluated its characteristics and effects through organoleptic and physico-chemical assessments, among other tests.
April 2017 in “Plastic surgical nursing” Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is an effective treatment for hair loss that involves scalp injections and requires ongoing maintenance.
January 1983 in “Archives of Dermatology” This case report suggests that a Penicillium species might have been the causative agent of tinea capitis in a 3-year-old boy.
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December 2008 in “Veterinary dermatology” This study found that a combination of ciclosporin and Miglyol 812 was effective in treating sebaceous adenitis in rabbits, with significant improvement in skin condition and hair regrowth.
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May 2019 in “The Journal of Pediatrics” The baby's hair loss was due to congenital syphilis, which was treated with penicillin.
March 2024 in “Clinical Case Reports” In this study, the authors emphasize the importance of not ignoring the partial presence of comma or harpin hairs and black spots when identifying early lesions of tinea capitis, which may initially be overlooked due to their small size.
May 2019 in “Small Animal Dermatology” This chapter discusses a case of feline paraneoplastic alopecia in a cat and provides educational insights into recognizing and managing the condition, along with potential treatment approaches.
January 2004 in “Side effects of drugs annual” Certain skin drugs and topical agents, including some natural extracts and fragrances, can cause allergic reactions. Some hair dyes and extensions, as well as minoxidil, a hair growth treatment, can also cause allergies. Botulinum toxin A can effectively reduce sweat but may have temporary side effects.
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April 1987 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This article reports no new clinical findings and provides no abstract, focusing on imipramine-induced lesions resembling alopecia areata.
January 2016 in “Indian dermatology online journal” This case report describes a 50-year-old woman with frontal fibrosing alopecia who showed no improvement despite multiple treatments, including intralesional triamcinolone and topical glucocorticoids.
February 2010 in “Faculty Opinions – Post-Publication Peer Review of the Biomedical Literature” Finasteride can cause skin reactions, so dermatologists should be aware.
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July 2024 in “Indian Journal of Sexually Transmitted Diseases and AIDS” In this study, a 38-year-old male with syphilis-related mixed pattern alopecia showed marked hair regrowth and resolution of postauricular lymphadenopathy after treatment with benzathine penicillin, suggesting that lymph node and hair examinations, along with trichoscopy, can aid in the diagnosis of alopecia syphilitica.
This case report describes a rare instance of Rapunzel syndrome in a six-year-old girl, highlighting the importance of early recognition and treatment to prevent serious complications.