research Sudden Whitening of the Hair in an 82-Year-Old Woman: The 'Overnight Greying' Phenomenon
An 82-year-old woman's hair turned white suddenly, likely due to a rare form of alopecia that targets pigmented hair.
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research Canities Subita: Sudden Blanching of the Hair in History and Literature
The true cause of hair suddenly turning white is still unknown.
research Marie Antoinette Syndrome
Marie Antoinette syndrome causes sudden hair whitening, but its exact cause is unknown.
research Pigmentation and Autophagy in Alopecia Areata Pathogenesis
Reduced Stx17 expression may contribute to Alopecia Areata.
research Sudden Onset Hair Loss and Color Change
A man's sudden hair loss and color change to white was diagnosed as alopecia areata and it improved on its own after six months.
research Premature Graying of Hair: Causes, Associations, and Treatments
Premature graying of hair may suggest health issues and currently lacks effective treatments.
research Changes in Color of Hair and Feathers
Pilocarpin can cause hair regrowth and color change in some cases but not in others, and it may have side effects in animals.
research Updates in the Pathogenesis of Alopecia Areata
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune condition causing hair loss, linked to genetic factors and immune system issues, with no cure yet.
research Alopecia Areata: Comprehensive Overview and Histological Characteristics
Alopecia areata is a common autoimmune condition causing varying hair loss, diagnosed by specific patterns of inflammation around hair follicles, with several treatment options available.
research Overnight Loss of Pigmented Hair in Autoimmune Autonomic Neuropathy Treated with IVIg
IVIg treatment improved symptoms but caused permanent dark hair loss.
research Alopecia Areata: Clinical Presentation, Diagnosis, and Unusual Cases
Alopecia areata is a type of hair loss that can lead to complete baldness, often associated with other autoimmune conditions, and half of the cases may see hair return within a year.
research A Neuroendocrinological Perspective on Human Hair Follicle Pigmentation
Brain hormones significantly affect hair color and could potentially be used to prevent or reverse grey hair.
research Patchy Alopecia Areata Sparing Gray Hairs: A Case Series
Patchy alopecia areata can affect only pigmented hairs, leaving gray hairs untouched.
research Alopecia Areata: A Comprehensive Review of Pathogenesis and Management
New treatments for Alopecia Areata show promise but need to be more effective and affordable.
research Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: Obama, Palin, and Marie-Antoinette
Stress does not greatly speed up aging or hair loss in politicians.
research Alopecia Areata: An Autoimmune Disease Causing Hair Loss
Alopecia Areata is an autoimmune condition causing hair loss with no cure and treatments that often don't work well.
research Alopecia Areata and Alopecia Areata Incognita
Alopecia Areata is an autoimmune hair loss condition, with various treatments showing mixed effectiveness and no guaranteed cure.
research Alopecia Areata: An Update
The document concludes that alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease without a definitive cure, but treatments like corticosteroids are commonly used.
research Aesthetics in Psychosomatic Dermatology II: Skin Changes Experienced as Cutaneous Disease
People distressed by minor skin changes should consult dermatologists with cosmetic expertise, and a public Cosmetic Dermatology Service with mental health support is recommended.
research Alopecia Areata: A Review on Diagnosis, Immunological Etiopathogenesis, and Treatment Options
The document concludes that while there are various treatments for Alopecia Areata, there is no cure, and individualized treatment plans are essential due to varying effectiveness.
research Treatment of Alopecia Areata With Topical Sensitizers
Topical immunotherapy is the best treatment for severe alopecia areata.
research Genome-Wide Association Study in Alopecia Areata Implicates Both Innate and Adaptive Immunity
Alopecia areata involves both innate and adaptive immunity, with specific genes linked to the disease.
research A Case of Patchy Alopecia Areata Sparing Lesional Greying Hairs
Greying hairs may be protected from alopecia areata.
research Hair Graying Regulators Beyond Hair Follicle
Hair graying is influenced by factors like nerves, fat cells, and immune cells, not just hair follicles.
research Genomewide Scan for Linkage Reveals Evidence of Several Susceptibility Loci for Alopecia Areata
Certain genes on chromosomes 6, 10, 16, and 18 may increase the risk of alopecia areata.
research The Graying Phenomenon: An Unusual Manifestation of Alopecia Areata
A 31-year-old man's hair turned white suddenly, likely due to alopecia areata.
research The Degree of Premature Hair Graying as an Independent Risk Marker for Coronary Artery Disease: A Predictor of Biological Age Rather Than Chronological Age
Premature hair graying may be a sign of increased risk for heart disease, indicating biological age is more important than actual age.
research Disorders of the Hair and Nails
The document reviews various hair and nail disorders, their causes, and treatments, emphasizing the need for proper diagnosis and the link between nail changes and systemic diseases.
research Imposters of Androgenetic Alopecia
Recognize and treat hair loss conditions that mimic androgenetic alopecia by identifying warning signs and using proper tools.
research Trichopathophobia: Fear of Hair-Related Diseases in High-Stress Environments
Fear of hair-related issues causes significant mental distress, especially in high-stress women.