research Hirsutism: Evaluation and treatment
Excessive hair growth can be assessed by history, exam, and blood tests, and treated with medication like dexamethasone, birth control pills, and spironolactone.
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research Sebaceous gland loss and inflammation in scarring alopecia: A potential role in pathogenesis
Loss of sebaceous glands and inflammation may contribute to the development of scarring alopecia.
research Long-term Efficacy and Safety of Ritlecitinib in Adults and Adolescents with Alopecia Areata: 3-year Results from the ALLEGRO-LT Phase 3, Open-label Study
Ritlecitinib is effective and safe for long-term treatment of alopecia areata.
research Abstract 1: A Cost-Utility Analysis Comparing Oncoplastic Breast Surgery with Standard Lumpectomy in Large Breasted Women
Oncoplastic breast surgery is more cost-effective than standard lumpectomy for large-breasted women despite being more expensive.
research How Long to Treat to Achieve Desired Treatment Outcomes with Baricitinib 4 mg in Severe Alopecia Areata: Evidence-based Approach
Baricitinib 4 mg should be used for at least 1 year to see significant hair regrowth in severe alopecia areata.
research Updated Integrated Safety Analysis of Ritlecitinib Over 72 Months In Patients With Alopecia Areata From the ALLEGRO Clinical Trial Program
Ritlecitinib is generally safe for alopecia areata patients over 72 months.
research What is Alopecia?
Alopecia is a condition causing hair loss that can impact looks and mental health.
research The Effect of Autologous Activated Platelet Rich Plasma (AA-PRP) Injection on Pattern Hair Loss: Clinical and Histomorphometric Evaluation
AA-PRP injections effectively increase hair count and thickness for male pattern hair loss.
research A Hot New Twist to Hair Biology
Capsaicin, found in chili peppers, can slow down hair growth by affecting skin cells and hair follicles.
research Penetration enhancer-containing vesicles (PEVs) as carriers for cutaneous delivery of minoxidil
PEVs improve minoxidil skin penetration, increasing hair growth.
research Topical Eflornithine
Eflornithine cream effectively reduces women's unwanted facial hair but hair returns if treatment stops.
research Endocrine control of benign prostatic hyperplasia
Hormones and metabolism play a complex role in prostate enlargement, and more research is needed to improve diagnosis and treatment.
research Lichen planopilaris
Lichen planopilaris is a chronic, scarring hair loss condition with no definitive cure, requiring accurate diagnosis and treatment to manage symptoms.
research Nanoparticle systems reduce systemic toxicity in cancer treatment
Nanoparticle systems make cancer treatment less toxic.
research Central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia
CCCA is a scarring hair loss condition mainly in African descent women, possibly caused by genetics and hairstyling, treated with gentle hair care and medications.
research Treatment of Acne Keloidalis Nuchae: A Systematic Review of the Literature
Light and laser therapies show promise for treating Acne Keloidalis Nuchae, but more research is needed.
research Cutaneous Reactions to Chemotherapeutic Agents
Chemotherapy can cause various skin problems, and recognizing them helps improve patient care.
research Transcutol containing vesicles for topical delivery of minoxidil
Transcutol-containing vesicles improve minoxidil's skin penetration and hair growth promotion.
research Randomized comparison of topical betamethasone valerate foam, intralesional triamcinolone acetonide and tacrolimus ointment in management of localized alopecia areata
Intralesional triamcinolone acetonide is the most effective treatment for localized alopecia areata.
research Alopecia areata: diagnosis and management
Alopecia areata is an unpredictable autoimmune hair loss condition, treated based on severity, with half of patients regrowing hair within a year without treatment.
research A case series of 46 patients with lichen planopilaris: Demographics, clinical evaluation, and treatment experience
Most treatments for lichen planopilaris were found to be generally unsatisfactory.
research The presence of trichodynia in patients with telogen effluvium and androgenetic alopecia
Trichodynia found in 29% of TE or AGA patients, linked to psychological conditions.
research Effects of Hair Follicle Stem Cells on Partial-Thickness Burn Wound Healing and Tensile Strength
Hair follicle stem cells help burns heal faster and stronger.
research Medical therapy for frontal fibrosing alopecia: A review and clinical approach
Some treatments like intralesional steroids and 5α-reductase inhibitors are effective for frontal fibrosing alopecia, but more research is needed.
research Solid effervescent formulations as new approach for topical minoxidil delivery
Effervescent formulations may improve minoxidil delivery, increasing effectiveness and reducing applications needed.
research Scalp Dysesthesia Related to Cervical Spine Disease
Most women with weird scalp feelings had neck spine problems, and some got better with gabapentin treatment.
research Preparation and Characterization of Minoxidil Loaded Nanostructured Lipid Carriers
Nanostructured lipid carriers improve minoxidil delivery for hair loss treatment.
research Allergic contact dermatitis from minoxidil
Minoxidil can cause allergic reactions, but testing helps identify the cause.
research Patients with profuse hair shedding may reveal anagen hair dystrophy: a diagnostic clue of alopecia areata incognita
Some people with heavy hair shedding might actually have a hidden form of alopecia, which can be identified by specific hair changes.
research EVALUATION OF CRUDE FLAXSEED (Linum usitatissimum L.) OIL IN BURN WOUND HEALING IN NEW ZEALAND RABBITS
Linseed oil effectively speeds up burn wound healing.