The Cowlick Hairstyle: Biology and Underlying Causes
The cowlick hairstyle, characterized by a section of hair that stands out or swirls against the natural grain, has intrigued humans for centuries. Despite being…
Sorting the good from the bad: questions to ask about your prospective hair transplant surgeon and clinic
Before and during your contact with your prospective hair transplant surgeon and clinic, you need to look for signs and signals that this surgeon and…
Tonsure: An Exploration of Its Meaning, Significance, and Cultural Impact
Introduction: Tonsure, the practice of cutting or shaving some or all of the hair on the scalp, has been a significant religious and cultural ritual…
Epidemiology – Exploring the Prevalence of Androgenetic Alopecia across Different Ethnicities and Regions of the World
Androgenetic alopecia (AGA), commonly known as pattern hair loss, is a prevalent condition affecting both men and women worldwide. Characterized by a progressive reduction in…
Untangling the Future: Robotic Hair Brushing and Detangling
In recent years, the realm of “soft robotics” has burgeoned, propelling advancements in the design, control, and creation of robots with softer structures and systems…
Club Hairs: Insights into the Hair Growth Cycle and Scalp Health
Hair growth is a complex, cyclic process that involves several phases: anagen (growth phase), catagen (transitional phase), and telogen (resting phase). Club hairs are a…
What are the chances of children inheriting alopecia areata from a parent ?
Some people with alopecia areata become worried that they may transfer the condition to any children they may have in the future. Alopecia areata is…
What is the role of microinflammation in pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia)?
Pattern hair loss, or Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA), has long been misunderstood as a purely genetic and hormonal issue. However, emerging research shows that microinflammation plays…
Understanding Exclamation Mark Hair: Causes, Implications, and Associated Disorders
In the realm of dermatology, the term “exclamation mark hair” sometimes arises in discussions concerning some hair disorders. This distinctive phenomenon presents as short, broken…