Acidic sandy clay damages archaeological hair the most, while dry conditions preserve but make it brittle; silicone oil can help keep the hair flexible.
September 2003 in “Current Paediatrics” The document concludes that accurate diagnosis and understanding the type of hair disorder are crucial for treating hair loss in children.
July 1996 in “Annals of Internal Medicine” Taking high doses of fluconazole for a long time can cause reversible hair loss.
July 1996 in “Annals of Internal Medicine” Long-term high-dose fluconazole can cause reversible hair loss.
July 1996 in “Annals of Internal Medicine” International medical graduates scored higher than U.S. graduates on a medical exam.
July 1996 in “Annals of Internal Medicine” In 1995, international medical graduates did better than U.S. graduates on a medical exam.
37 citations,
October 2015 in “PeerJ” Perming significantly changes hair's molecular structure, while shampoo and conditioner do not.
5 citations,
August 2019 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” The document concludes that it's important to recognize and treat hair loss in women of color, considering their unique hair characteristics and psychological impact.
39 citations,
June 2019 in “Nanomaterials” Nanotube-based hair treatments could improve hair health and growth, and offer long-lasting effects.
2 citations,
July 2019 in “Cosmetics” Beautiful hair is flexible and elastic due to its unique double-layered structure and can be enhanced with succinic acid treatment.
January 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Microneedling combined with other treatments significantly improves hair growth in people with hair loss and is safe.
114 citations,
January 2016 in “Current topics in developmental biology/Current Topics in Developmental Biology” Frizzled receptors are essential for various body development processes and maintaining certain body functions.
53 citations,
July 2016 in “Cosmetics” Future hair cosmetics will be safer and more effective.
12 citations,
January 2015 in “Skin appendage disorders” Dermoscopy helps quickly identify hair breakage in people of African descent.
October 2024 in “Cosmetics” Afro-textured hair needs personalized care due to its unique genetic traits.
101 citations,
January 2016 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Different types of hair loss need specific treatments, and while many classification systems exist, each has its flaws; more research is needed to refine these systems and treatments.
63 citations,
September 2020 in “Frontiers in Microbiology” Probiotics show promise for health benefits but need more research to understand how they work.
51 citations,
January 2014 in “International journal of trichology” Shampoo pH can affect hair health, with alkaline shampoos potentially causing damage and acidic shampoos reducing frizz.
8 citations,
January 2020 in “PeerJ” Alopecia Areata causes significant structural and compositional changes in hair.
1 citations,
January 2024 in “Journal of clinical medicine” Early recognition and treatment of tinea capitis are crucial to prevent severe scalp issues and prolonged therapy.
Nanocarriers with plant extracts show promise for safe and effective hair growth treatment.
January 2023 in “Skin appendage disorders” Hair loss is common in autoimmune diseases and can be an early sign of the condition, often requiring prompt treatment to prevent permanent damage.
9 citations,
February 2013 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” The article explains how to rebuild parts of the head and face and how to transplant hair to cover scars, highlighting the need for careful planning and choosing the right method for each patient.
January 2020 in “El-Minia Medical Bulletin” Minoxidil is effective in treating traction alopecia.
2 citations,
March 2023 in “Skin research and technology” Temporal triangular alopecia in infants is mostly seen in males at birth, with unique features that help with diagnosis.
1 citations,
January 2006 in “Elsevier eBooks” Cats lose fur due to various reasons, including allergies, infections, genetics, hormones, diet, cancer, stress, and some conditions are treatable while others are not.
Type II spiral ganglion neurites avoid high concentrations of laminin and fibronectin.
28 citations,
October 1985 in “The Journal of Cell Biology” Researchers isolated and identified structural components of human hair follicles, providing a model for studying hair formation.
5 citations,
November 2021 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” Caffeine can damage hearing cells and affect hearing recovery after ear trauma.
A man had temporary hair loss after a spinal cord injury, with some permanent thinning remaining.