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Hair diseases

L C Sperling1, D S Mezebish

  • 1Department of Dermatology, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Bethesda, MD, USA.

The Medical Clinics of North America
|October 14, 1998
PubMed
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Most hair loss cases stem from common causes diagnosable through history and physical exams, often negating the need for lab tests. Scarring and non-scarring alopecia types have distinct common origins.

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Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Trichology

Background:

  • Hair loss is a prevalent dermatological concern with numerous etiologies.
  • Accurate diagnosis is crucial for effective management and patient outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline common causes of hair loss.
  • To emphasize diagnostic approaches and the utility of scalp biopsies.

Main Methods:

  • Review of common hair loss conditions.
  • Discussion of diagnostic strategies including history, physical examination, and scalp biopsy.

Main Results:

  • A focused patient history and physical examination are frequently sufficient for diagnosing common hair loss.
  • Non-scarring alopecia includes androgenetic alopecia, alopecia areata, telogen effluvium, and traction alopecia.

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  • Common scarring alopecia types are discoid lupus erythematosus and lichen planopilaris.

    • Conclusions:

    • Many hair loss cases are diagnosed without laboratory testing.
    • Scalp biopsy is a valuable tool when correctly performed and interpreted.
    • Understanding distinct categories of alopecia aids in diagnosis and treatment planning.