13 citations
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July 2012 in “International Journal of Trichology” In this study, the varied phenotype of trichothiodystrophy was highlighted, with findings of distinctive hair shaft abnormalities and a wide range of multisystem issues, including neurologic and urologic disorders.
September 2024 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprology” 1 citations
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January 2022 in “Anais brasileiros de dermatologia/Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” In this study, authors reported that reflectance confocal microscopy may aid in diagnosing trichofolliculoma by identifying specific features correlated with histopathology that can be difficult to discern with other methods.
In this study, trichoscopy was found to be a valuable non-invasive tool for diagnosing scalp lesions, enhancing diagnostic accuracy and reducing the need for scalp biopsies by identifying specific trichoscopic features associated with conditions like psoriasis, seborrheic dermatitis, and alopecia areata.
2 citations
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May 2020 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study describes a family where a TP63 mutation was linked with prominent alopecia and mild ectodermal dysplasia features.
5 citations
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May 2009 in “American Journal of Dermatopathology” This case report describes an unusual trichofolliculoma in a 54-year-old man, notable for its prominent mucinosis, which is typically not as abundant in such tumors.
February 2023 in “Cosmoderma” An infant with complete hair loss was diagnosed with a genetic disorder affecting hair growth.
This study describes vitiligo as a chronic disorder where genetic, environmental, and immune factors contribute to skin depigmentation, with associations to other autoimmune diseases and potential links to oxidative stress.
81 citations
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October 2014 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study found that silencing clock genes BMAL1 or PER1 in human hair follicles increased melanin content and melanocyte activity, suggesting these genes influence pigmentation.
5 citations
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March 2019 in “Scientific Reports” This study reports that the side population technique can isolate melanocyte stem cells from human hair follicles, potentially allowing them to be used for skin pigmentation repopulation.
December 2025 in “TURKDERM” This article discusses Trikostazis spinuloza (TS), a dermatological condition often misdiagnosed, and reviews its demographic, clinical, and dermoscopic features, but reports no new clinical results.
July 2022 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The combination of a plant extract and a peptide can increase hair pigmentation and may reverse greying.
6 citations
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December 2013 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This article reviews the use of pigmented concealing powders as a viable cosmetic option for patients with alopecia, noting the potential for a more natural appearance compared to traditional hairstyling or hairpieces, but it presents no new clinical results.
May 2009 in “Medical and surgical dermatology/Medical & surgical dermatology” Hair and nail conditions can stabilize or improve over time, and new treatments show promise.
17 citations
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November 2012 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This paper reviews the genetic aspects of hair disorders and suggests that understanding these genes could advance treatment and diagnosis; it reports no new experimental findings.
September 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” VIP reduces hair pigmentation by decreasing melanin production.
15 citations
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January 2012 in “International Journal of Trichology” This case report describes dermoscopic features of pemphigus vulgaris on the scalp, highlighting that hair casts may suggest treatment adjustment for improved disease control.
In this case study, a patient experienced darkening of hair color after taking acitretin, an oral retinoid known for potentially causing alopecia, marking a rare and undocumented phenomenon.
54 citations
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September 1999 in “PubMed” This study suggests that immunostaining for Keratin 15 may be a useful tool for differentiating between basal cell carcinoma and trichoepithelioma.
16 citations
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November 2003 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Iron therapy cured the boy's hair color issue.
January 2026 in “Clinical Case Reports” This review discusses the etiology of moth-eaten alopecia patterns in lichen planopilaris and emphasizes the importance of early diagnosis and treatment to prevent permanent scarring, offering no new empirical findings.
2 citations
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November 1999 in “Hair transplant forum international” This commentary discusses the rarity of "triangular alopecia" in hair restoration surgery and highlights the lack of mention in professional settings, without providing new clinical data.
September 2024 in “Dermatology Reports” In this study, 45 patients with advanced basal cell carcinoma treated with the medication sonidegib experienced a 24% incidence of alopecia, with detailed trichoscopic and LC-OCT examination revealing specific hair changes, suggesting LC-OCT might help identify early signs of alopecia from sonidegib use.
2 citations
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January 1973 in “ACTA HISTOCHEMICA ET CYTOCHEMICA” In this study, the brown skin of guinea pigs exhibited higher levels of certain biochemical markers related to melanogenesis compared to black and white skin, with distinct differences in ascorbic acid utilization and protein concentrations observed between regions.
4 citations
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January 2018 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Panitumumab can cause excessive ear hair growth.
January 2025 in “Surgical & Cosmetic Dermatology” This article reviews temporal triangular alopecia, emphasizing the utility of dermoscopy for diagnosis, and reports no new clinical treatment findings.
88 citations
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March 2004 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”
25 citations
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December 2008 in “Journal of Dermatological Case Reports” This case report describes alopecia areata dermoscopy in an African-American patient, revealing novel patterns such as a diffuse honeycomb-like pigmented network and white dots, suggesting skin color may affect dermoscopic findings.
March 2024 in “Journal of clinical medicine” This study examined trichoscopic findings in androgenetic alopecia, reporting that hair diameter variability, vellus hairs, and the peripilar sign are valuable indicators for diagnosing this condition.
13 citations
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January 2011 in “International Journal of Trichology” CTA is often mistaken for AA but doesn't respond to steroids and may require hair transplantation.