
The Hair Pull Test – A Guide to Measuring Hair Shedding and Follicle Health
When it comes to evaluating hair loss, one of the simplest clinical procedures a dermatologist may use is the hair pull test. Despite its straightforward…
Insights on Hair Health, Hair Growth, and Alopecia Research
Insights on Hair Health, Hair Growth, and Alopecia Research
When it comes to evaluating hair loss, one of the simplest clinical procedures a dermatologist may use is the hair pull test. Despite its straightforward…
The Sign of Hertoghe, also known as Queen Anne’s sign, refers to the thinning or loss of the lateral third of the eyebrows. Although once…
Head lice (Pediculus humanus capitis) are parasitic insects that infest human scalps, feeding on blood and causing a condition known as pediculosis. This article explores…
Human hair follicle embryogenesis is a complex and tightly regulated developmental process. This biological phenomenon is governed by an intricate interplay of molecular signals, cellular…
Syphilis is a chronic, multistage infectious disease caused by the spirochete Treponema pallidum. Known historically as “the great imitator,” syphilis has puzzled clinicians for centuries…
Trichothiodystrophy (TTD) is a rare, autosomal recessive disorder characterized by sulfur-deficient hair, developmental anomalies, and a spectrum of systemic manifestations. It falls under the category…
Introduction: Hair lightening has been a staple in cosmetic practices, offering a variety of techniques for adding dimension and brightness to hair. These methods; frosting,…
Hair color is determined by a complex interplay of genetic, environmental, and physiological factors. Although genetics primarily dictate natural hair color, emerging evidence suggests that…
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…