July 2022 in “Skin research and technology” Skin CT can help diagnose rosacea by identifying specific skin features, but should be used with clinical signs to avoid misdiagnosis.
June 2021 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” Half of the people with alcohol dependency in the study had liver disease and skin issues like seborrheic dermatitis, which are important signs of alcohol abuse.
September 2020 in “Annals of the National Academy of Medical Sciences. India” COVID-19 can cause skin issues like "COVID toes," rashes, hair loss, and hand eczema, and dermatologists are important for recognizing these signs.
June 2020 in “Journal of cosmetic medicine” A good hair transplant is judged by various factors including cosmetic appearance, hair angles, complication signs, and donor scar consideration.
July 2019 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Some eczema treatments may cause conjunctivitis, many people have sensitive eyes, air pollution can increase skin wrinkles, hair loss medication does not affect sexual function, and dermatologists can help identify torture signs on refugees' skin.
August 2018 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” Skin issues like hair loss, rash, and sensitivity to sunlight are key signs of lupus activity.
August 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Children with alopecia areata should only get thyroid screening if they have Down syndrome, a family history of thyroid disease, atopy, or signs of thyroid problems.
June 2018 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences” Skin problems like excessive hair growth, acne, and dark skin patches can be signs of Polycystic Ovarian Disease, which may also be linked to family history and a risk for diabetes.
January 2018 in “Springer eBooks” Trichotillomania is a condition where people repeatedly pull out their hair, which can be triggered by stress and has various physical signs.
July 2015 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” Hair transplant surgery can provide natural-looking results for hair loss, but challenges include limited donor hair, hair survival, and hiding signs of surgery.
January 2023 in “Skinmed” The document suggests managing female pattern hair loss by checking and correcting B12, folate, and thyroid levels, and considering an androgen profile if there are signs of excess androgen.
September 2014 in “Chinese Journal of Dermatology” Hair diameter difference, brown skin discoloration around hair follicles, and missing hair in certain areas are key signs of androgenetic alopecia (commonly known as hair loss) when viewed under a dermoscope.
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January 2018 in “Springer eBooks” The book helps doctors understand and treat alopecia areata.
114 citations,
February 2012 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Smoking harms the skin, causing early aging and increasing cancer risk, but stopping smoking can improve skin health.
60 citations,
February 2003 in “Postgraduate Medical Journal” Early diagnosis and haemodialysis can effectively treat thallium poisoning.
45 citations,
January 2012 in “International Journal of Trichology” Trichoscopy is better than trichogram for diagnosing female hair loss.
34 citations,
November 2008 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Hair extensions can cause hair loss and scalp damage, and these problems might be more common than people realize.
12 citations,
January 2014 in “Menoufia Medical Journal” Dermoscopy improves diagnosis of hair and scalp disorders and can help avoid unnecessary biopsies.
6 citations,
January 2015 in “Dermatology” Trichoscopy helps diagnose hair and scalp problems but isn't always definitive and should be used with other methods.
5 citations,
August 2021 in “The Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association/Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association” Accidental minoxidil exposure can cause serious illness or death in pets.
4 citations,
September 2012 in “Journal of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology” Dermoscopy helps dermatologists diagnose different types of hair loss accurately without always needing a biopsy.
3 citations,
February 2022 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” The study concludes that early diagnosis of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia is important, as it is often found in postmenopausal women, may be related to Lichen Planopilaris, and eyebrow hair loss is a common sign.
2 citations,
February 2021 in “Endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism case reports” A teenage girl had both a rare ovarian tumor and a severe form of polycystic ovarian syndrome.
2 citations,
May 2017 in “Archives of Plastic Surgery” The document concludes that understanding the evolution of the human face helps cosmetic surgeons meet aesthetic desires.
1 citations,
October 2022 in “international journal of endocrinology and metabolism” People with hypothyroidism and hair loss often have more hair and scalp issues than those without thyroid problems.
1 citations,
December 2012 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Hair transplants can risk reactivating lichen planopilaris, a scarring hair loss condition.
September 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Selenium disulfide shampoo effectively reduces dandruff and is well-liked by users.
April 2024 in “Dermatologic surgery” Microneedling at a depth of 0.5 mm is the most effective single treatment for hair loss among the tested depths.
February 2024 in “Sučasna gastroenterologìâ” The patient was diagnosed with celiac disease after a long delay, showing the need for better awareness and earlier detection.
November 2023 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Trichoscopy helps tell apart other hair loss conditions from common hair loss.