research Trichoscopy in Alopecias
Trichoscopy helps tell different hair loss types apart using specific scalp and hair patterns.
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research Lichen Planopilaris: Mechanisms, Subtypes, and Diagnosis
Lichen planopilaris causes permanent hair loss and scarring due to damage to hair follicles and can be mistaken for other hair loss conditions.
research Tufts of Doll's Hair Within a Shiny, Scarring Alopecia
The man likely has tufted folliculitis causing painful, scarring hair loss.
research Pruritic Hyperkeratotic Facial Papules in a 34-Year-Old Woman Diagnosed with Trichostasis Spinulosa
A 34-year-old woman had itchy black bumps on her face due to a condition called trichostasis spinulosa.
research Trichonodosis in a Patient with Straight Hair
Mechanical trauma like towel drying can cause knotted hair even in straight hair.
research Removal of Intact Hair Papilla and Connective Tissue Sheath by Plucking Anagen Hairs
Plucking hairs in a certain way can result in intact hair roots, not related to baldness.
research Correction of Doll Hair Look Achieved with Combination of Follicular Unit Extraction Method of Hair Restoration and Follicular Punch Graft Reduction
A man unhappy with his old hair restoration got a new, natural-looking hairline using a combination of follicular unit extraction and punch graft reduction.
research Approach to the Adult Female Patient with Diffuse Nonscarring Alopecia
The document concludes that careful evaluation is key to diagnose and treat women with hair loss, with tests for thyroid, iron, and hormones as needed.
research Evaluation of Hair Loss
Detailed patient history and physical exams are crucial for diagnosing hair loss.
research Management of Hair Loss
Minoxidil and finasteride are effective for male hair loss, minoxidil for female hair loss, and various treatments like corticosteroids work for alopecia areata; treatment should be tailored to the individual.
research Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Evaluation of Topical Minoxidil in Extensive Alopecia Areata
Minoxidil helps hair growth in 63.6% of alopecia patients, with 27.3% having excellent results.
research Evaluation of Hair Follicles as a Surrogate Tissue for Pharmacodynamic Response in Xenograft Tumors
Hair follicles can be used to quickly assess drug effects in cancer treatment.
research The Role of Scalp Dermoscopy in the Diagnosis of Alopecia Areata Incognita
Scalp dermoscopy is good for diagnosing a type of hair loss and helps choose the best spots for biopsy.
research Minoxidil-Induced Trichostasis Spinulosa of Terminal Hair
Minoxidil use can cause trichostasis spinulosa in long-term hair loss patients.
research Postherpetic Poliosis
A man's chest hair turned white after a shingles infection, possibly due to virus-damaged pigment cells.
research Dermoscopy of Hair and Scalp Disorders (Trichoscopy) in Skin of Color—A Systematic Review by the International Dermoscopy Society Imaging in Skin of Color Task Force
More research is needed to understand hair and scalp disorders in people with skin of color.
research Trichoscopy in Hair Disorders in Darker Skin: An Approach to Diagnosis
Trichoscopy is useful for diagnosing hair and scalp disorders in people with darker skin.
research Diseases of Hair and Nails
The document says that there are treatments for hair and nail diseases.
research Graham Little-Piccardi-Lassueur Syndrome Associated with Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome (Testicular Feminization)
A woman had both Graham Little-Piccardi-Lassueur syndrome, causing hair loss, and complete androgen insensitivity syndrome, making her genetically male but physically female. This suggests androgens don't affect the hair loss condition.
research Acquired Progressive Kinking of the Hair in a Prepubertal Boy
A 10-year-old boy had the earliest reported case of hair that became progressively kinkier but eventually returned to normal on its own.
research Evaluation and Diagnosis of the Hair Loss Patient
To diagnose hair loss, use a systematic approach including history, exams, and tests.
research Trichostasis Spinulosa of the Scalp Mimicking Alopecia Areata Black Dots
A man's scalp condition was misidentified as hair loss dots but was actually a common follicular disorder.
research Hair and Scalp Dermatoscopy
Dermatoscopy is useful for identifying different hair and scalp conditions and can reduce the need for biopsies.
research Histopathologic Evaluation of Alopecias
The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of different types of hair loss requires careful examination of hair and scalp tissue, considering both clinical and microscopic features.
research Biomedical Versus Cultural Constructions of Abnormality: The Case of Idiopathic Hirsutism in the United States
The perception of excessive hair growth in women as abnormal is more influenced by cultural norms than by medical reasons.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Review Article
Female pattern hair loss is common, linked to polycystic ovarian syndrome, and treated with topical Minoxidil.
research The Impact of Body Site, Topical Melatonin, and Brushing on Hair Regrowth After Clipping Normal Siberian Husky Dogs
Topical melatonin and brushing did not affect hair regrowth in Siberian Huskies.
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 Trichoscopy of Dark Scalp: A Review of Trichoscopic Features in Hair and Scalp Disorders in Dark-Skinned Individuals
Trichoscopy helps diagnose hair and scalp disorders in dark-skinned people by identifying unique patterns.
research Erythematous Plaque on the Scalp With Alopecia
The woman has a scalp condition causing hair loss.