Dermatol Clin. 2005 Apr;23(2):227-43.

Management of hair loss.

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Division of Dermatology, University of British Columbia, Canada. ekr37@yahoo.com

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The management of patients with hair loss requires a customized plan. Diagnosis, prognosis, psychosocial impact, treatment options, and patient preference are key determinants. This article discusses current agents for the treatment of three commonly encountered nonscarring alopecias: male- and female-pattern hair loss, telogen effluvium, and alopecia areata. Algorithmic approaches to management are provided.

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