27 citations
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September 2008 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This study describes patients with moderate to severe scarring alopecia of the scalp margin and suggests that traction is not the sole cause for this condition, as half of the patients had no history of harsh hairstyling practices.
75 citations
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March 2009 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This review discusses the evolution and ongoing debate about the causes of central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia in African American women, without presenting new clinical findings.
15 citations
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February 2017 in “Nursing Clinics of North America” This article reviews common skin reactions associated with epidermal growth factor receptor inhibitors and reports no new clinical findings, emphasizing the need for understanding nursing care and oncodermatology.
September 2023 in “Ain Shams medical journal” In this study conducted among secondary school girls in Minia, Upper Egypt, researchers reported a traction alopecia prevalence of 31%, suggesting a significant occurrence of this potentially reversible hair loss due to tight hairstyles.
9 citations
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March 2018 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This article is a letter to the editor discussing positive Jacquet's sign in traction alopecia and provides no new research results.
May 2007 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Hair care practices like using relaxers and tight braiding can lead to permanent hair loss in black women.
November 2025 in “International Journal of Recent Innovations in Medicine and Clinical Research” The abstract does not provide any specific research findings or results, but rather serves as a promotional description for IP Innovative Publication Pvt Limited, highlighting their services and publication offerings in medical journals and related fields from Delhi, India.
8 citations
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January 1989 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” This text talks about how to treat hair loss in women. It suggests different options and stresses the importance of support.
4 citations
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July 2016 in “Journal of cosmetic dermatology” This review discusses the potential risks and effects of chemical relaxers on hair and scalp health, reporting no new clinical results; the authors emphasize dermatologist guidance to mitigate these issues.
3 citations
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January 2024 in “Health Psychology Report” This study explored the psychological experiences of Black women with autoimmune alopecia, revealing that cultural significance of hair and social support are crucial factors, and suggesting a need for increased awareness and targeted support from health professionals and communities.
February 2026 in “Frontiers in Public Health” This review discusses the potential impact of lifestyle factors on the progression of androgenetic alopecia and reports no new clinical findings; the authors emphasize the need for more comprehensive studies.
January 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” This report discusses the Ninth World Congress for Hair Research and highlights the potential of hair follicle studies to advance understanding of various diseases, with no new clinical results presented.
November 2023 in “BMC women's health” In this study, certain haircare practices and age factors were found to be associated with the occurrence and severity of traction alopecia among women in Yaoundé.
March 2025 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that a traction alopecia prevention program for middle school students increased awareness and understanding of TA, but converting this awareness into changes in hairstyling habits proved challenging, highlighting the need for culturally sensitive strategies to influence behavior in at-risk communities.
March 2026 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study identified CCCA in 10 children of African descent, highlighting the occurrence of this scarring alopecia in patients under 18 and the importance of early diagnosis for better outcomes.
2 citations
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May 2023 in “JAAD Case Reports” This article discusses the lack of information on central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia's manifestations in Black men and reports no new clinical findings; the authors emphasize the need for further study in this population.
1 citations
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January 2022 in “Skin appendage disorders” This case series reported that telogen effluvium may reveal underlying traction alopecia, emphasizing the importance of recognizing this to ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment.
May 2025 in “International Journal of Women’s Dermatology” This study found that patients with central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia were less likely to report treatment improvement and more commonly associated with certain hairstyling practices compared to those with other scarring alopecias.
32 citations
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August 2015 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” This review discusses the side effects and diseases related to hairstyles and hair treatments among black women, highlighting the need for thorough examination by dermatologists, but reports no new clinical results.
January 2020 in “Clinical dermatology open access journal” This study highlights the variation in clinical findings of traction alopecia and emphasizes that changes in hairstyles may prevent progression to scarring alopecia.
1 citations
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April 2025 in “Dermatology Practical & Conceptual” In this study, trichoscopy was highlighted as a valuable diagnostic tool for traction alopecia, particularly in black women, revealing common signs like vellus hair and hair casts, although it requires a suggestive clinical history for effective use.
40 citations
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December 2006 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” This article reports two cases where 2% topical minoxidil showed promise in treating traction alopecia, but it does not offer broader clinical conclusions.
March 2026 in “Journal of Skin and Sexually Transmitted Diseases” This study reports ten cases of non-marginal traction alopecia in women with very long hair, which was improved with shorter hair cuts and topical minoxidil application.
4 citations
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May 2011 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study by Rucker Wright et al. found that hair care practices, particularly traction on relaxed hair, are associated with an increased risk of traction alopecia in African American girls.
4 citations
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September 2023 in “International Journal of Women’s Dermatology” This study highlights that wearing religious head coverings, such as hijabs, turbans, and wigs, is associated with traction alopecia due to hairstyling practices creating tension on the scalp, and offers culturally sensitive recommendations to mitigate this risk without compromising religious beliefs.
10 citations
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May 2015 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” This review discusses the unique dermatologic needs and conditions affecting women of color, noting specific skin and hair conditions but reports no clinical results.
January 2015 in “Springer eBooks” Hair damage shows as fragility, dullness, and discoloration, varies by ethnicity, and is worsened by cosmetic procedures and diseases.
July 2012 in “Springer eBooks” The document concludes that proper diagnosis and treatment of nonscarring alopecias can improve quality of life and hair regrowth is possible as the hair follicle remains intact.
September 2003 in “Clinics in Family Practice” Different hair diseases affect people during childbearing years, with treatments ranging from medication to psychological support.
January 2012 in “Postgraduate obstetrics & gynecology” Up to 50% of women may experience significant hair loss by age 50, with various causes and treatments available.