Why New Treatments for Androgenetic Alopecia Are Needed
Androgenetic alopecia (AGA), commonly known as male pattern hair loss and female pattern hair loss, is the most common cause of progressive hair thinning in…
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Trichobezoar – When Hair Becomes a Life-Threatening “Hairball” in the Stomach
Although dramatic cases are uncommon, trichobezoars are a recognized clinical entity in gastroenterology and psychiatry. They sit at the intersection of hair biology, behavioral health,…
Lupus Erythematosus–Lichen Planus Overlap Syndrome
Cicatricial alopecia, also referred to as scarring alopecia, encompasses a heterogeneous group of disorders characterized by irreversible destruction of the hair follicle and replacement with…
Hydrolyzed keratin and its uses for protecting and restoring damaged hair
Hydrolyzed keratin is one of the most widely used “repair” ingredients in modern hair care, especially for hair that has been chemically processed, heat-styled, or…
Eosinophilic Folliculitis: Inflamed Hair Follicles
Introduction: Eosinophilic folliculitis (EF) is an inflammatory dermatosis characterized by recurrent, intensely pruritic papules and pustules centered on hair follicles, accompanied histologically by prominent eosinophil…
Androgenetic Alopecia and Serum Ferritin/Iron Levels: Exploring the Relationship and its Significance
Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is the most common form of hair loss in both men and women. While genetic predisposition and hormonal factors have long been…
Scarring Alopecia: Keratosis Follicularis Spinulosa Decalvans
Introduction: Keratosis Follicularis Spinulosa Decalvans (KFSD), also referred to as Keratosis pilaris decalvans, is a rare genodermatosis characterized by progressive follicular keratosis, leading to scarring…
Celiac Disease-Associated Alopecia Areata
Introduction: Celiac disease (CD) is an autoimmune disorder characterized by an inappropriate immune response to gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. This…
The Ferriman-Gallwey Score: An Essential Tool for Assessing Hirsutism
Introduction: Hirsutism, characterized by excessive terminal hair growth in women in a male-pattern distribution, is a common clinical condition with significant psychological and social implications.…