62 citations,
February 2011 in “Expert review of dermatology” Scalp cooling can reduce chemotherapy-induced hair loss and should be available in all hospitals.
7 citations,
April 2011 in “American journal of obstetrics and gynecology” A woman's virilization symptoms were caused by her partner's use of testosterone cream, which resolved after they separated.
15 citations,
December 2013 Men with more vanadium in their blood and who drink less soy milk are more likely to have hair loss.
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34 citations,
January 2018 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Scalp cooling is the most effective FDA-approved method to prevent chemotherapy-induced hair loss, but more research is needed for other treatments.
October 2022 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” Scalp skin condition LEDS has similar features to Zoon's balanitis, a mucosal skin disorder.
8 citations,
September 2004 in “Contact dermatitis” Avoiding dyed wigs and clothing improved severe allergic reactions in a woman treated with diphencyprone.
8 citations,
September 2015 in “Radiotherapy and oncology” Scalp cooling does not stop hair loss from radiotherapy.
28 citations,
August 2003 in “Steroids” Hirsute women have lower type 2 17β-HSD enzyme levels, which improve with treatment.
August 2014 in “Journal of clinical & experimental dermatology research” Herbal stimulants in Cerita hair tonic can significantly reduce hair loss and the side effects of Minoxidil 1%.
August 2023 in “Medical Hypotheses” Metformin, usually used for diabetes, can also help treat hair loss from alopecia areata due to its ability to reduce inflammation and stimulate new hair growth.
September 2006 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Some aggressive scalp cancers are hard to treat and can be deadly, even when removed with specialized surgery.
May 2014 in “Hair transplant forum international” Scalp tools, tracking progress, targeting scalp inflammation, and avoiding certain hair treatments can improve female hair loss treatment.
73 citations,
April 2019 in “Experimental Dermatology” The scalp's microorganisms significantly affect hair health and disease.
7 citations,
August 2015 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The cross beam laser is a useful tool for safely measuring scalp stretchiness to improve hair transplant results.
Topical 5% minoxidil is safe and effective for treating hair loss in Korean men.
7 citations,
May 2021 in “Clinical Case Reports” Alopecic and aseptic nodules of the scalp are rare, treatable, and often resolve with doxycycline or on their own.
A Moroccan athlete got a rare scalp infection, stressing the need for better hygiene in sports.
9 citations,
September 2009 in “PubMed” Antigen presenting cells around hair follicles are crucial in SLE-related hair loss.
97 citations,
September 2006 in “Pharmaceutical Research” No treatment fully prevents hair loss from chemotherapy yet.
18 citations,
September 2006 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Aggressive scalp squamous cell carcinomas have a high death rate and need early, strong treatment.
May 2017 in “InTech eBooks” Early treatment of children's hair loss, which can be caused by various factors, is important due to its emotional impact.
November 1993 in “Hair transplant forum international” Scalp reduction surgery can provide significant benefits.
15 citations,
August 2015 in “Scanning” Corkscrew and cigarette-ash-shaped hairs in tinea capitis are caused by internal hair degradation and external resistance.
3 citations,
August 2019 in “PubMed” Topical corticosteroid foams are effective, safe, and easy to use for treating various skin conditions.
10 citations,
January 2013 in “International Journal of Trichology” Trichoscopy effectively diagnoses early female hair loss, but may need scalp biopsy for confirmation.
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65 citations,
March 2018 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Skin problems can be caused or worsened by physical forces and pressure on the skin.
36 citations,
June 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Dermoscopy is useful for diagnosing various skin, hair, and nail disorders and can reduce the need for biopsies.
1 citations,
January 2017 in “International Journal of Trichology” Psychological stress and personal history are significant factors in hair loss.
6 citations,
January 2012 in “Springer eBooks” Trichoscopy is not specific for diagnosing telogen effluvium and both telogen effluvium and androgenetic alopecia often occur together.
January 2018 in “Figshare” Horizontal sections of scalp biopsies are useful for telling the difference between Androgenetic Alopecia and Alopecia Areata.