Medical Reference · General Practice Education
Trichology
for GP
A complete clinical guide to hair and scalp disorders
Evidence-based, GP-level trichology covering diagnosis, examination, trichoscopy, and treatment of the most common hair and scalp conditions encountered in primary care. Each chapter includes original SVG diagrams, clinical reference tables, GP-level analogies, and Anki flashcard decks for long-term memory retention.
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Chapters
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Anki Cards
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Diagrams
160+
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How to use this resource

Standalone HTML files: Each chapter is a self-contained HTML file that opens in any browser — no internet connection required after initial font loading.

Anki flashcards: Each chapter contains an interactive Anki-style flashcard deck. Rate cards as Hard / Got it / Easy to simulate spaced repetition.

Navigation: Each chapter has a top navigation bar with tabs. All diagrams are original SVG illustrations — scalable and print-friendly.

References: All chapters include full APA 7th edition references. Each chapter is independently citable.

Chapters

Each chapter below is a standalone interactive HTML file. Open any file in a browser to access the full chapter content, diagrams, and flashcard deck.

1
Introductory Chapter
Introduction to Trichology
Linking history, examination and trichoscopy — faster, better diagnoses
Diagnostic triad Classification GP framework 20 Anki cards
Available
2
Anatomy
Hair and Scalp Anatomy
From follicle to fibre — the pilosebaceous unit, follicle zones, and hair shaft
PSU anatomy Hair shaft CCM Hair cycle ACTE 18 Anki cards
Available
3
Clinical Skills
Hair History and Examination
A systematic approach — the nine domains and the DICS examination framework
OPTICS-MFS history DICS examination Pull test 20 Anki cards
Available
4
Diagnostic Tool
Trichoscopy Basics
Dermoscopy of the scalp and hair — the GP's magnifying lens
YBWR dot patterns Shaft morphology Pattern atlas 20 Anki cards
Available
5
Androgenetic Alopecia
Male Pattern Hair Loss
DHT-driven follicular miniaturisation — pathophysiology, staging and treatment
Hamilton–Norwood scale DHT pathway DART Finasteride/minoxidil 22 Anki cards
Available
6
Androgenetic Alopecia
Female Pattern Hair Loss
Multi-factorial crown thinning — hormonal, nutritional, and androgenetic contributions
Ludwig / Sinclair scale DOTGP contributors Spironolactone 22 Anki cards
Available
7
Reactive Alopecia
Telogen Effluvium
Diffuse reactive shedding — diagnosing, reassuring, and resolving
CHIPS triggers 3-month lag rule FTBVZ screen 22 Anki cards
Available
8
Autoimmune Alopecia
Alopecia Areata
Autoimmune non-scarring alopecia — from immune privilege to JAK inhibitors
YBET trichoscopy OCEAN prognosis JAK inhibitors 24 Anki cards
Available
Key Mnemonics at a Glance
MnemonicExpands toChapter
HETHistory, Examination, Trichoscopy — the diagnostic triadCh. 1
SCALPSkin, Connective tissue, Aponeurosis, Loose areolar, PericraniumCh. 2
DICSDistribution, Inflammation, Calibre, ScarringCh. 3
YBWRYellow, Black, White, Red dots in trichoscopyCh. 4
DARTDHT, Androgen receptor, Reductase (5-alpha), Terminal→vellusCh. 5
DOTGPDHT, Oestrogen, Thyroid, Genetics, PCOS/iron — FPHL contributorsCh. 6
CHIPSChildbirth, High fever, Iron, Psychological, Systemic — TE triggersCh. 7
YBETYellow dots, Black dots, Exclamation hairs, Terminal regrowth — AA trichoscopyCh. 8
OCEANOphiasis, Childhood onset, Extensive nails, Atopy, No response — AA poor prognosisCh. 8
AVATARAtopy, Vitiligo, Autoimmune thyroid, T1DM, ANA, RA — AA associationsCh. 8
Trichology for GP · © 2026 Jayant Karambhe and Samanvay Karambhe · CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 · All content for educational purposes only · Always apply clinical judgement in individual patient care