Anatomy’s Hairy Roots: Surprising Connections between Body Parts and Latin Terminology
Have you ever wondered why the smallest blood vessels in your body are called capillaries? Or why the dome of your skull is known as…
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The ‘Hair of the Dog’: A Historical and Cultural Exploration of a Time-Honored Remedy
The phrase “hair of the dog” is derived from a longer expression: “the hair of the dog that bit you.” It is commonly used to…
Theories in early Chinese history on the causes and treatment of alopecia areata
Alopecia areata (AA) is a condition characterized by unpredictable hair loss, often occurring in patches. While current science has offered us some insights into the…
The naming journey of alopecia areata: an odyssey in medical history
Alopecia Areata (AA), a condition marked by hair loss in patches, has been identified and described in numerous ways throughout history, highlighting the evolution of…
The evolution of treatments for alopecia areata through history
Alopecia Areata (AA), a condition characterized by hair loss, has been a challenge for humans throughout history. This essay presents a brief tour of the…
How long has humanity known about alopecia areata?
Alopecia areata (AA), a condition characterized by sudden hair loss in patches, has a long-standing history, with descriptions seemingly present in ancient texts and visual…