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A woman's progressive hair loss was correctly diagnosed as a rare condition called fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution after initially being mistaken for a more common type.

Botulinum toxin A may be an effective alternative treatment for the scalp disorder folliculitis decalvans.

Six genetic conditions are often linked to complete scalp hair loss in children.

Using both minoxidil and finasteride together is more effective for male hair loss than using either one alone.

Platelet-rich plasma therapy is a safe and effective treatment for alopecia areata.

New treatment effectively reverses hair thinning in most patients with mild side effects.

Hair loss is common in the studied community, often linked to aging and hair care practices like braids, weaves, and chemical relaxers.

Hair shaft disorders, often due to genetics or environment, lack specific treatments but can be managed with gentle hair care and may improve with age or topical treatments.

Oral minoxidil is a safe and effective treatment for patterned hair loss.

In vivo reflectance confocal microscopy is useful for evaluating hair shaft diseases but needs improvement for deeper hair follicle issues.

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) may help with various hair loss types, but more research is needed to find the best use method.

PRP therapy works better than minoxidil for treating hair loss.

Dermoscopy is effective for diagnosing various skin infestations and infections.

Early treatment of EPDS can improve outcomes and reduce recurrence risk.

Erosive pustular dermatosis in elderly people may be linked to aging immune systems and skin damage.

Cyclosporin extends hair growth in mice, but high-dose corticosteroids block this effect.

Hair loss is a frequent long-term effect of COVID-19, and oral minoxidil is the most common effective treatment.

Chronic scalp lesions with crusts and pus that heal with strong topical steroids suggest Erosive Pustular Dermatosis, confirmed by biopsy showing specific immune cells.

New digital tools are improving the diagnosis and understanding of irreversible hair loss conditions.

Some people with a history of autoimmune hair loss experienced worsening symptoms after COVID-19 vaccination.

Trichoscopy helps tell apart Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Lichen planopilaris by showing different hair and scalp features.

Turning off a specific gene in stem cells speeds up skin healing by helping cells move better.

COVID-19 can cause temporary hair loss, which is commonly reversible with treatment.

Understanding the cause of bitemporal hair loss is key to deciding the right treatment.

Hair loss, known as Androgenetic Alopecia, is often caused by hormones and can be diagnosed using noninvasive techniques. Treatments include topical minoxidil and oral finasteride, with new treatments being explored. There may also be a link between this type of hair loss and heart disease risk.

The chapter explains common scalp conditions, including infections, infestations, and tumors.

Topical corticosteroids are the main treatment for Erosive Pustular Dermatosis, but recurrence is common after stopping treatment.