The Sign of Hertoghe (Queen Anne’s Sign): Loss of the Outer Eyebrows
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…
Tag: Hair Loss
An Overview on Trichothiodystrophy
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…
Uneven Hairlines: Causes, Treatment, and Management
Introduction: An uneven hairline refers to a condition where the hairline lacks symmetry across the forehead or scalp, giving a visually unbalanced appearance. Hairlines naturally…
An overview on trichotillomania and the need to pluck hair
Trichotillomania (TTM), also known as hair-pulling disorder, is a condition that compels people to pull out their hair. This behavior can result in significant hair…
The Medical, Practical, and Cultural Advantages of Being Bald
Baldness, often viewed merely as a cosmetic or age-related change, actually carries with it several medical and practical benefits. While the aesthetics of hair loss…
An Overview of Scarring Alopecias
Scarring alopecias, sometimes also known as cicatricial alopecias, represent a heterogeneous group of disorders that result in irreversible hair loss due to the destruction of…
Is Pattern Hair Loss Becoming More Common ?
Introduction: Androgenetic alopecia (AGA), commonly known as male or female pattern hair loss, is the most prevalent form of hair loss in adults. It affects…
What is the role of microinflammation in pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia)?
Pattern hair loss, or Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA), has long been misunderstood as a purely genetic and hormonal issue. However, emerging research shows that microinflammation plays…
Senolytic Drugs: Do they Have a Role in Hair Loss Management?
Senolytic drugs, a term coined to describe a class of drugs capable of selectively inducing cell death in senescent (sick and aged) cells, have emerged…