July 2023 in “Dermatology and therapy” In patients with alopecia areata, this study found elevated levels of venous thromboembolism markers SFMC and F1 + 2 compared to healthy controls, potentially indicating an increased risk for this condition.
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August 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This study observed that certain hair care practices, such as wearing cornrows and using hair extensions, were strongly associated with the development of traction alopecia and seborrheic dermatitis in African American girls.
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January 2014 in “Annals of Dermatology” This study found that dermoscopy showed distinctive patterns for different types of alopecia, supporting its clinical usefulness for diagnosing diseases with small round or oval hairless patches on the scalp.