In Part I of the review (July/August 2004), the anatomy of hair follicles, the diagnostic approach to diseases leading to hair loss, and nonscarring alopecias were discussed. In this article (Part ...

Finding a hair-loss fix has required ongoing research and trials. As UCLA scientists target a promising treatment option, ...

Among these, autoimmune diseases play a significant role. These conditions occur when the body's immune system mistakenly attacks its tissues, including hair follicles. Autoimmune diseases can ...

Cicatricial (scarring) alopecias encompass several disorders that destroy hair follicles, replacing them with scar tissue and causing permanent hair loss. These conditions often present with ...

Hair fall is a common problem affecting millions worldwide. While it’s normal to shed some hair daily (50-100), excessive ...

The practice follows a handful of recent studies suggesting the ingredient works as well — and possibly better — when ...

Ancient Egyptians rubbed their bald heads with a mixture of dates, dog's paw and donkey's hoof; Celtic cures involved mice in ...

Small amounts of a common antibiotic and anti-inflammatory drug can curb symptoms where a misplaced immune reaction (e.g., ...

Researchers have developed a compound that could potentially treat the autoimmune disorder alopecia areata, which causes hair loss leading to the formation of bald patches. The results confirm the ...

Systemic corticosteroids will lead to a complete stop of hair loss, but this requires high-dose therapy, [27] and hair loss will recur after cessation of treatment in about 80% of cases.