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      Diagnosing and Treating Hair Loss

      research Diagnosing and Treating Hair Loss

      36 citations, August 2009 in “PubMed”
      The review suggests seeing a dermatologist for scarring hair loss and using treatments like minoxidil or finasteride for common male and female pattern hair loss.
      Hair Loss: Common Causes and Treatment

      research Hair Loss: Common Causes and Treatment

      35 citations, September 2017 in “PubMed”
      The document concludes that hair loss has many causes and treatments vary, including medication for pattern baldness and addressing underlying issues for other types.
      Office Diagnosis of Hair Shaft Defects

      research Office Diagnosis of Hair Shaft Defects

      33 citations, March 2006 in “Seminars in cutaneous medicine and surgery”
      The document explains how to identify different hair problems using a microscope.
      Spectrum and Burden of Dermatophytes in Children

      research Spectrum and Burden of Dermatophytes in Children

      32 citations, June 2017 in “Journal of infection/˜The œJournal of infection”
      The document concludes that terbinafine is effective for treating scalp fungal infections in children and recommends not excluding them from school during treatment, while also highlighting the need for updated treatment guidelines due to changing infection patterns.
      Differential Diagnosis of Hair Loss in Children

      research Differential Diagnosis of Hair Loss in Children

      30 citations, May 2004 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft”
      The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for children with hair loss to prevent permanent damage, although not all conditions can be effectively treated.
      Hair Loss in Children

      research Hair Loss in Children

      30 citations, August 1983 in “Pediatric Clinics of North America”
      Most hair loss in children is caused by a few common conditions, and it's important to diagnose these properly and support the child's mental health.
      Common Hair Loss Disorders

      research Common Hair Loss Disorders

      29 citations, July 2003 in “PubMed”
      Hair loss affects both genders and can impact well-being, with treatments available for various types.
      Historical Aspects of Dermatomycoses

      research Historical Aspects of Dermatomycoses

      28 citations, March 2010 in “Clinics in dermatology”
      Doctors have known about fungal skin infections for a long time, but only made major progress in understanding and treating them since the mid-1800s.
      Hair Diseases

      research Hair Diseases

      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.
      How to Diagnose Hair Loss

      research How to Diagnose Hair Loss

      27 citations, September 2012 in “Dermatologic Clinics”
      The document concludes that using specific tools and tests is essential for identifying the cause of hair loss and deciding on the right treatment.

      research Superficial Fungal Infections

      27 citations, April 2012 in “Pediatrics in review”
      Common skin fungal infections can suggest a weak immune system, and for scalp infections, pills work better than creams, with several drug options available.
      Hair Loss in Children: Diagnosis and Treatment

      research Hair Loss in Children: Diagnosis and Treatment

      24 citations, January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology”
      The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of hair loss in children is crucial due to limited treatment options and the condition's psychological impact.
      Alopecia in Children: The Most Common Causes

      research Alopecia in Children: The Most Common Causes

      20 citations, July 1990 in “Pediatrics in Review”
      The four main causes of hair loss in children are fungal infections, pulling out hair, autoimmune hair loss, and stress-related hair shedding.
      Trichoscopic Findings of Hair Loss in Koreans

      research Trichoscopic Findings of Hair Loss in Koreans

      16 citations, January 2015 in “Annals of Dermatology”
      The study found specific hair and scalp patterns for different types of hair loss in Koreans, noting racial differences affect diagnosis.
      The Friar Tuck Sign in Trichotillomania

      research The Friar Tuck Sign in Trichotillomania

      13 citations, June 2012 in “Journal of Dermatological Case Reports”
      An 8-year-old boy with hair-pulling disorder had a bald patch that was confirmed not to be a fungal infection and was treated with therapy.
      A Simplified Approach to the Diagnosis of Alopecia

      research A Simplified Approach to the Diagnosis of Alopecia

      12 citations, October 1996 in “Dermatologic Clinics”
      A simplified method was introduced to diagnose most hair loss types by examining the patient's history and scalp, with some cases needing further tests.
      Kerion

      research Kerion

      10 citations, May 2017 in “CMAJ. Canadian Medical Association journal”
      The boy had a fungal scalp infection called kerion, which was cured with oral antifungal medication.