3 citations,
November 1999 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Examining scalp biopsies in different ways helps better diagnose hair loss types.
2 citations,
May 2014 in “Journal of the Egyptian Women's Dermatologic Society (Print)” Dermoscopy helps diagnose different scalp conditions by showing unique signs for each disorder.
1 citations,
September 2020 in “Cochrane library (CD-ROM)” The analysis aims to identify the most effective and safest treatments for alopecia areata.
1 citations,
July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Triple horizontal scalp biopsies are 98% accurate in diagnosing hair loss, better than single biopsies.
1 citations,
July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Alopecia Areata is an autoimmune hair loss condition, with various treatments showing mixed effectiveness and no guaranteed cure.
1 citations,
January 2017 in “Springer eBooks” The document explains how hair follicles develop, their structure, and how they grow.
1 citations,
October 2013 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Diagnosing alopecia areata is challenging and requires careful examination and various tests to distinguish it from other hair loss types.
1 citations,
January 2011 The document concludes that androgenetic alopecia is common, has a genetic link, and can be diagnosed and treated with medications like finasteride and minoxidil.
July 2024 in “Plastic and Aesthetic Research” Careful planning and accurate diagnosis are crucial for successful hair restoration surgery.
May 2024 in “Journal of Education, Health and Sport” Current treatments for folliculitis decalvans include antibiotics, isotretinoin, and potential new therapies like botulinum toxin A and PRP.
July 2023 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology” Reflectance confocal microscopy helped tell periorificial dermatitis apart from similar skin conditions.
Non-invasive methods can effectively diagnose and manage alopecia areata.
August 2021 in “Acta Haematologica Polonica” Folliculotropic mycosis fungoides has a worse prognosis than other types, with survival rates varying significantly based on subtype and organ involvement.
September 2020 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology” A patient with a skin condition had unusual scarring hair loss but improved with treatment.
January 2019 in “Springer eBooks” Acne is linked to inflammation and insulin resistance, and is associated with various syndromes that require different treatments.
January 2018 in “Springer eBooks” Different races and genders have unique skin and hair issues, requiring specialized care and more research for effective treatment.
Dermoscopy is useful for diagnosing hair loss patterns in dogs.
January 2017 in “Springer eBooks” The document explains various skin conditions and their treatments.
September 2016 in “Más dermatología” New factors in female hair loss include genetics, hormones, stress, and inflammation; future treatments should also focus on these areas and consider the patient's emotional well-being.
January 2011 in “International Journal of Trichology” The document concludes that doctors should recognize congenital triangular alopecia to avoid unnecessary treatments, as it does not respond to steroids like alopecia areata does.
January 2010 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document concludes that different types of hair loss have specific treatments, and early diagnosis is crucial for preventing permanent hair loss.
May 2003 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” 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.
January 2020 in “Medpulse International Journal of General Medicine” Trichoscopy helps diagnose and monitor hair loss, showing different signs at various stages of hair thinning.
January 2007 in “Revista del Centro Dermatológico Pascua” Hair loss in women, often not related to male hormones, increases with age and can cause significant emotional distress.
8 citations,
January 2017 in “Indian dermatology online journal” Traumatic anserine folliculosis is a skin condition caused by friction, treatable with topical cream and avoiding trauma.
5 citations,
February 2016 in “Sultan Qaboos University medical journal” The patient had a severe itchy rash and hair loss in the armpits.
1 citations,
May 2003 in “Archives of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine” The boy had trichotillomania, causing hair loss, and treatment focused on habit reversal and support.
September 2023 in “Medicine” The research suggests immune system changes and specific gene expression may contribute to male hair loss, proposing potential new treatments.
November 2021 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology” An elderly woman with cancer improved after treatment for a rare skin condition with coiled hairs.
April 2018 in “Veterinary Pathology” Tigers had a skin condition causing hair loss and inflammation, but the cause is unknown and treatment didn't work.