1 citations,
June 2015 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” A patient with Cronkhite-Canada syndrome improved with nutritional support and steroids, but early diagnosis is key due to high mortality.
September 2023 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology” A patient with a rare form of lupus improved after treatment for skin ulcers and hair loss on the face and scalp.
June 2023 in “Romanian Medical Journal” The case shows how hard it is to tell apart Multiple Autoimmune Syndrome from other similar autoimmune conditions, but correct diagnosis is key for treatment to work.
1 citations,
January 2005 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” The document recommends three dermatology books for their valuable content on evidence-based medicine, comprehensive treatment descriptions, and updated information on hair and scalp disorders.
May 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Certain factors like patchy hair loss at the back of the head, being female, and younger age at diagnosis can lead to a worse outcome for alopecia areata.
July 2009 in “Medical & surgical dermatology” Low-dose acitretin helps nail psoriasis, stem cells may treat scarring alopecia, Chinese men have lower baldness rates, lateral foldplasty is good for ingrown toenails, hair diameter helps diagnose female baldness, childhood trauma linked to alopecia areata, certain hair-weaving leads to scalp conditions in African American women, and new methods for hair research and understanding hair and sweat gland development were introduced.
July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia is a type of hair loss affecting mostly older women, with no agreed best treatment.
November 2021 in “CRC Press eBooks” Female androgenic alopecia causes hair thinning in women, especially after menopause, and affects their mental well-being.
88 citations,
June 2009 in “Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine” To manage diffuse hair loss, identify the cause, improve nutrition, remove triggers, and use specific treatments like minoxidil or finasteride.
15 citations,
November 2012 in “International Journal of Dermatology” The conclusion is that hair loss from CCCA may be genetic and not solely caused by hair grooming practices.
11 citations,
January 2017 in “Pediatrics in review” Accurate diagnosis and proper treatment are crucial for managing fungal skin infections in children.
April 2024 in “Clinical dermatology review (Print)” Trichoscopy is an effective, noninvasive method for early diagnosis of Female Pattern Hair Loss.
October 2015 in “CRC Press eBooks” Classifying alopecia helps diagnose and treat different types of hair loss accurately.
6 citations,
November 2007 in “Archives of Disease in Childhood: Education & Practice” The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of alopecia in children relies on thorough examination and history, and while treatments exist, none can alter the course of alopecia areata, which can significantly affect a child's psychological well-being.
The article concludes that understanding the causes of hair loss and using continuous treatments like minoxidil and finasteride can help manage it, despite potential side effects.
83 citations,
January 2001 in “American journal of clinical dermatology” Clomipramine may significantly reduce hair-pulling in Trichotillomania, but more research is needed on treatments and early onset cases.
20 citations,
July 2009 in “Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology” Quick treatment of hair disorders in teenage girls is important because of the emotional effects.
13 citations,
April 2022 in “Anais brasileiros de dermatologia/Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” The document concludes that more research is needed to find effective treatments for Lichen planopilaris and Frontal fibrosing alopecia.
October 2021 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” There have been major advances in diagnosing and treating hair loss over the last 30 years, with new drugs and improved hair transplant techniques.
226 citations,
September 2001 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Hair loss in women is genetic, diagnosed by examination and biopsy, and treated with minoxidil, finasteride, or transplantation.
151 citations,
August 2010 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Guidelines for diagnosing common hair loss include detailed history, clinical examination, and various diagnostic techniques.
67 citations,
January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” The document concludes that alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease without a definitive cure, but treatments like corticosteroids are commonly used.
36 citations,
September 2018 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Oral minoxidil helps hair growth, is cost-effective, and mostly well-tolerated.
32 citations,
June 2000 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Different factors help diagnose and treat hair loss accurately.
30 citations,
November 2008 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” The conclusion is that the best approach for treating Female Pattern Hair Loss is a combination of different treatments.
28 citations,
September 1998 in “Medical Clinics of North America” Most hair loss can be diagnosed with patient history and physical exam, and a few common types make up most cases.
23 citations,
April 2018 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Permanent hair loss from cicatricial alopecia is treated by reducing inflammation and managing symptoms, but regrowth in scarred areas is unlikely.
18 citations,
December 2006 in “Clinical dysmorphology” A 2-year-old boy with a rare brain malformation may have Gomez–López-Hernández syndrome.
3 citations,
January 2022 in “Cutis” Telemedicine is effective for diagnosing hair loss, especially in people with darker skin, during the pandemic.
3 citations,
April 2021 in “Revista da Sociedade Portuguesa de Dermatologia e Venereologia” Some people who got COVID-19 experienced temporary hair loss starting around 10 weeks after infection, with many seeing improvement within about 25 days.