Potential Links Between Hair Color and Risk of Developing Alopecia Areata
Introduction: Alopecia areata (AA) is an autoimmune disorder most often characterized by patchy hair loss that can significantly impact the quality of life for those…
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An Overview of Scarring Alopecias
Scarring alopecias, sometimes also known as cicatricial alopecias, represent a heterogeneous group of disorders that result in irreversible hair loss due to the destruction of…
Unravelling the Mystery of Rolled Hairs
Introduction: Rolled hairs are a relatively uncommon condition where hairs curl back into the skin instead of emerging straight from the hair follicle. This condition…
What are these pimples I can scratch out of my head that are sometimes attached to the base of hair fibers?
The pimple is probably hardened sebum. It is white or light yellow in color and if pressed hard can be squashed and molded. The sebum…
Understanding Bird’s Nest Hair and Plica Neuropathica: Causes, Effects, and Management
Introduction: Bird’s nest hair is a common term used to describe a hairstyle characterized by tangled, matted, and unkempt hair, resembling the appearance of a…
Ketoconazole Shampoo: A Potential Ally in the Battle against Androgenetic Alopecia
Introduction: Androgenetic alopecia, commonly known as male or female pattern hair loss, is a prevalent form of hair loss affecting millions worldwide. Traditionally managed by…
The Interplay between Alopecia Areata and Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Introduction: Alopecia areata (AA) and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) are both autoimmune conditions that significantly affect patients’ lives. Recent studies have shown a notable association…
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…
Problems with Sweating and Alopecia Areata: Understanding the Mechanisms
Alopecia areata (AA) is an autoimmune condition characterized by the sudden loss of hair on the scalp and sometimes other parts of the body. It…