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: Nutrition
The Impact of Nutrition on Hair Color
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…
Vitamin D in patients with androgenetic alopecia
Introduction: Androgenetic alopecia (AGA), commonly referred to as pattern hair loss, is a prevalent condition affecting both men and women, characterized by progressive hair thinning…
Celiac Disease-Associated Alopecia Areata
Introduction: Celiac disease (CD) is an autoimmune disorder characterized by an inappropriate immune response to gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. This…
Can Women Who Develop Androgenetic Alopecia Have Very Rapid Hair Loss?
Androgenetic alopecia (AGA), commonly known as female pattern hair loss (FPHL) in women, is a condition characterized by progressive thinning of hair. It is influenced…
Understanding Hirsutism and Hypertrichosis: Definitions, Differences, and Causes
Hair growth is a normal physiological process that varies widely among individuals based on genetic, hormonal, and environmental factors. However, certain conditions can lead to…
Diabetes and Hair Loss: Unraveling the Interconnected Pathways
Diabetes, a complex metabolic disorder, has far-reaching effects on various body systems, including the skin and hair. Emerging research suggests a bidirectional relationship between diabetes…
Thin hair bangs and what to do with them
Hair bangs, also known as a fringe in some parts of the world, refers to a shaped cutting of the front part of the scalp…
Why is the first episode of alopecia areata most likely to occur in late teens to early twenties – particularly for women?
Alopecia areata (AA), a condition characterized by the sudden loss of hair in patches, often first manifests in individuals during their late teens to early…