research Imposters of Androgenetic Alopecia
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research Reply to: Updated Diagnostic Criteria for Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia
The authors updated the criteria for diagnosing frontal fibrosing alopecia, making it easier to diagnose without a biopsy.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: Just Lichen Planopilaris?
Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia may be a complex condition linked to hormonal changes in women, not just a form of Lichen Planopilaris.
research A Clinical and Histopathological Study of Cicatricial Alopecia
Lichen planopilaris is the most common type of scarring hair loss observed, with a variety of symptoms and tissue changes.
research Trichoscopy Criteria for Diagnosing Female Androgenic Alopecia
Trichoscopy is a useful non-invasive method to diagnose female hair loss with high accuracy.
research Cicatricial Pattern Hair Loss Is Not a Variant of Lichen Planopilaris
Cicatricial pattern hair loss is likely advanced common baldness, not a type of lichen planopilaris.
research Clinico-Mycological Profile and Trichoscopic Findings Among Pediatric Tinea Capitis Patients: A Cross-Sectional Study from Northern India
Trichoscopy is a valuable, quick, and non-invasive tool for diagnosing tinea capitis in children.
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 Congenital Triangular Alopecia
Congenital triangular alopecia is a harmless, non-spreading hair loss condition often seen in young children.
research Use of Smartphones in Telemedicine: Comparative Study Between Standard and Teledermatological Evaluation of High-Complex Care Hospital Inpatients
Low-cost videomicroscopes might not be reliable for examining scalp disorders compared to standard methods.
research A National Survey of Teledermatology Education in United States Residency Programs
Low-cost videomicroscopes may not be reliable for diagnosing scalp disorders, smartphones could be reasonable for teledermatology, and U.S. residency programs need more teledermatology training.
research Folliculocentric Papules and Alopecia in a 70-Year-Old Woman Diagnosed with Graham-Little-Piccardi-Lassueur Syndrome
A 70-year-old woman with a rare skin condition improved after treatment with topical steroids and acitretin.
research Laser Hair Removal: Principles, Techniques, and Advances
Laser hair removal is the most requested cosmetic procedure and has become a scientifically-based treatment suitable for all skin types.
research Fibrosing Alopecia in a Pattern Distribution
Some people with pattern hair loss may also have scalp inflammation and scarring similar to lichen planopilaris.
research Lichen Planopilaris Treated With a Peroxisome Proliferator-Activated Receptor Gamma Agonist
A specific drug can help treat Lichen Planopilaris, a condition causing permanent hair loss.
research Trichoscopy in the Healthy Female: Method Standardization and Norms for Measurable Parameters
Researchers established normal hair and scalp characteristics for healthy women using trichoscopy.
research Clinical and Histopathologic Features of Hair Loss in Patients with HIV-1 Infection
People with late-stage HIV-1 often experience a specific type of hair loss linked to multiple factors, including nutritional issues and immune responses.
research Trichoscopy
Trichoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing different hair and scalp diseases without surgery.
research Dermoscopic Approach to a Small Round to Oval Hairless Patch on the Scalp
Dermoscopic examination helps diagnose different types of hair loss conditions by showing specific patterns.
research Yellow Facial Papules Associated With Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: A Distinct Histologic Pattern and Response to Isotretinoin
Oral isotretinoin effectively treats yellow facial papules in frontal fibrosing alopecia patients.
research Keratosis Follicularis Spinulosa Decalvans in a Family
KFSD is a genetic disorder causing hair loss and skin issues, with no effective treatment.
research The Functional Relevance of the Type 1 Cytokines IFN-γ and IL-2 in Alopecia Areata of C3H/HeJ Mice
IFN-γ and IL-2 are important for T cell activation in hair loss in mice.
research A Case of Inflammatory Nonscarring Alopecia Associated With the Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitor Nilotinib
A cancer drug called nilotinib might cause hair loss due to inflammation around hair follicles.
research Clinical Repigmentation Patterns in Pediatric Vitiligo
The study found that the most common repigmentation pattern in children with vitiligo is a combination of patterns, with a new medium spotted pattern identified.
research Alopecia Areata Masquerading as Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia
Alopecia areata can look like frontal fibrosing alopecia, making diagnosis hard.
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 Hair Restoration in Androgenetic Alopecia: Looking Beyond Minoxidil, Finasteride, and Hair Transplantation
Alternative treatments show promise for hair growth beyond traditional methods.
research A Rare Form of Suppurating and Cicatrizing Disease of the Scalp
A rare scalp disease causes hair loss, pus-filled nodules, and scarring.
research Use of Low-Cost Videomicroscopy Versus Standard Videodermatoscopy in Trichoscopy: A Controlled, Blinded Noninferiority Trial
Low-cost videomicroscopes are not as reliable as standard videodermatoscopes for scalp examination due to lower image quality.
research Clinical Characteristics, Trichoscopy, Histopathology, and Treatment Outcomes of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia in an Asian Population: A Retro-Prospective Cohort Study
Asian patients with Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia often lose eyebrow hair and respond well to combined antiandrogen or antimalarial and topical treatments.