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Hair loss in systemic disease.

L V Spencer, J P Callen

    Dermatologic Clinics
    |July 1, 1987
    PubMed
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    Diagnosing hair loss involves examining shed hairs to identify systemic causes. Telogen effluvium follows severe stress, while other alopecias result from follicle damage and shedding of abnormal hairs.

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    Area of Science:

    • Dermatology
    • Trichology

    Background:

    • Hair loss (alopecia) often stems from underlying systemic conditions.
    • Understanding the hair cycle is crucial for diagnosing hair loss.
    • Differentiating between various alopecia types aids in effective treatment.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To outline diagnostic approaches for alopecia.
    • To differentiate telogen effluvium from other hair loss causes.
    • To highlight the importance of patient history in diagnosing hair loss.

    Main Methods:

    • Detailed patient history taking, focusing on systemic stressors and timelines.
    • Physical examination of shed hairs to assess hair shaft abnormalities.
    • Review of potential contributing factors like medications, nutrition, and systemic diseases.

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    Main Results:

    • Most alopecias due to systemic processes are identifiable through hair examination and history.
    • Telogen effluvium is linked to significant systemic stress occurring approximately two months prior to hair shedding.
    • Other hair loss types involve damage to the hair follicle, causing shedding of dystrophic anagen hairs.

    Conclusions:

    • A thorough medical history and hair examination are key to diagnosing most alopecias.
    • Identifying triggers like systemic stress, drug ingestion, or nutritional deficits is vital.
    • Recognizing symptoms associated with genetic, endocrine, autoimmune, or infectious causes leads to accurate diagnosis.