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research Clinical recognition and management of alopecia in women of color,
The document concludes that it's important to recognize and treat hair loss in women of color, considering their unique hair characteristics and psychological impact.
research Ten pearls every dermatologist should know about the appropriate use of relaxers
Dermatologists should use hair relaxers carefully to avoid hair and scalp damage, following specific guidelines for application and maintenance.
research Exploring Pediatric Dermatology in Skin of Color: Focus on Dermoscopy
Recognizing race-specific skin traits is crucial in pediatric dermatology.
research Deimination and Peptidylarginine Deiminases in Skin Physiology and Diseases
PADs are crucial for healthy skin and hair, and their imbalance can cause skin and hair disorders.
research Ceramic flat irons: Improper use leading to acquired trichorrhexis nodosa
Improper use of ceramic flat irons can cause severe hair damage.
research Pharmacological Efficacy of Tamarix aphylla: A Comprehensive Review
Tamarix aphylla may be effective for various medical conditions, but more research is needed to confirm its safety and effectiveness.
research A Fidelity Coding Guide for a Group Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Depression
Prompt treatment of tinea capitis with oral antifungals leads to excellent recovery, but delayed care can cause permanent hair loss.
research Comparative biology of tissue repair, regeneration and aging
The symposium concluded that understanding how different species repair tissue and how this changes with age can help advance regenerative medicine.
research Current understanding of androgenetic alopecia. Part II: clinical aspects and treatment.
Androgenetic alopecia affects many people, impacting quality of life, and treatment focuses on reversing hair follicle miniaturization.
research Punctate Follicular Porokeratosis
Punctate follicular porokeratosis is a skin condition with specific features seen in hair follicles.
research Acne in Dark Skin
Acne in dark skin is influenced by environmental factors and can lead to hyperpigmentation, with various treatment options available.
research Preface
The document introduces a guide on facial plastic surgery for diverse ethnic groups.
research Curl pattern classification: A potential tool for communication and risk stratification
Classifying curl patterns might help doctors assess and treat hair loss better.
research "Grievances at the treatment she received": Harriet E. Wilson's Spiritualist Career in Boston, 1868-1900
Harriet E. Wilson had a challenging career as a spiritualist in Boston, facing competition and possible racism.
research A retrospective chart review of central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia patients at a single urban institution
Most patients with Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia at the reviewed institution were middle-aged Black women, often with no symptoms, and commonly treated with topical medications.
research 012 A Case Report of Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia in Two Generations
CCCA can affect both genders and all ages, and it has a genetic component.
research Aesthetics and cosmetic surgery for darker skin types
The book provides a guide to cosmetic surgery for people with darker skin, covering various treatments and addressing their unique skin characteristics.
research National, Regional, and Global Epidemiology of Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Analysis Based on Modeling Study
Alopecia areata affects about 1.93% of people worldwide, with more women affected than men.
research Trichotillomania and Traction Alopecia
Hair pulling disorder is treated with therapy and medication; hair loss from tension can be reversed if caught early.
research Nonscarring Alopecias
The document concludes that proper diagnosis and treatment of nonscarring alopecias can improve quality of life and hair regrowth is possible as the hair follicle remains intact.
research Preparation of Mohs Micrographic Surgery Frozen Sections: Three New Pearls Leading to a Simplified, More-Effective Process
Three new techniques simplify and improve the preparation of tissue samples for skin cancer surgery.
research Adverse Cutaneous Reactions to Antidepressants
Skin reactions to antidepressants are common but usually not serious and can be treated.
research Use of Platelet-Rich Plasma in Cicatricial Alopecia
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) may help improve hair density in primary cicatricial alopecias (PCAs) patients, but more trials are needed to confirm its benefits.
research Whole Genome Scan and Selection Signatures for Climate Adaption in Yanbian Cattle
The CORT, FGF5, and CD36 genes are crucial for the cold weather adaptation of Yanbian cattle.
research A surge in the incidence of telogen effluvium in minority predominant communities heavily impacted by COVID-19
More people, especially Hispanic/Latinx, in certain NYC communities experienced temporary hair loss during the COVID-19 pandemic.
research Vitamin D status in scarring and nonscarring alopecia
People with certain types of hair loss, especially lichen planopilaris and telogen effluvium, as well as African Americans, Asians, and men, are more likely to have severe vitamin D deficiency.
research Alopecia in consultations in the dermatology department at Burkina Faso: epidemiologic, clinical, and etiologic aspects
Alopecia in Burkina Faso mostly affects young people, often students, with common causes being tinea and alopecia areata.
research The impact of human immunodeficiency virus-related diseases on pigmented skin types
HIV can cause skin disorders, which are often the first sign of infection, especially in people with darker skin.
research Bioinspired Strategies for Wound Regeneration
Combining biochemical, immune, and mechanical signals can improve skin regeneration.