research Baldness may be caused by the weight of the scalp: Gravity as a proposed mechanism for hair loss
Baldness might be caused by scalp weight pressing on hair follicles.
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research Two mouse mutations mapped to chromosome 11 with differing morphologies but similar progressive inflammatory alopecia
Two mouse mutations cause similar hair loss despite different skin changes.
research Combined analysis of two multicenter studies of finasteride 5 mg in the treatment of symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia
Finasteride 5 mg effectively reduces urinary symptoms and PSA levels in men with enlarged prostates, with few sexual side effects.
research The dermatology consultant: A retrospective analysis of inpatient dermatology
Dermatologists greatly affect inpatient diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions, especially in spotting infections in patients with weakened immune systems.
research Planning for Maximum Coverage in Surgical Hair Restoration
Walter P. Unger suggests using advanced hair transplant techniques for broader coverage, as they provide natural results and use donor tissue efficiently, while also recommending personalized planning due to the unpredictable progression of baldness.
research Rapid mechanosensitive migration and dispersal of newly divided mesenchymal cells aid their recruitment into dermal condensates
Newly divided skin cells quickly move to join skin structures due to tissue tension and specific signals.
research Hest, hjort, ku eller geit! Hvilke typer lær ble brukt til sko i Borgund på Sunnmøre i sen vikingtid og tidlig middelalder?
Shoes in Borgund were mainly made from cow leather, with some horse, goat, and possibly sheep leather.
research Update on Hidradenitis Suppurativa (Part I): Epidemiology, Pathogenesis, Severity assessment and Comorbidities
Hidradenitis suppurativa is a chronic skin condition more common in women, linked to genetics and lifestyle factors, and associated with various other health issues.
research The Impact of Medical Terminology in Self-Triage Decision-Making
Using complex medical terms can make people want to seek medical help faster.
research 342 Implementation of a teletriage system improves access to dermatologic care in an underserved clinic: A retrospective review
Using a teletriage system greatly increased access to skin care for uninsured Latino immigrants at a clinic.
research Abstracts of 42nd National Conference of Association of Clinical Biochemists of India (ACBICON 2015)
The conference presented findings on how vitamin D levels, genetic factors, and lifestyle choices like smoking and yoga affect various health conditions and diseases.
research Dermatological Drugs, Topical Agents, and Cosmetics
The document concludes that various dermatological treatments and drugs can cause skin reactions and side effects.
research Calcipotriene plus betamethasone dipropionate gel: a new combination therapy for scalp psoriasis
The new gel combining calcipotriene and betamethasone is effective and safe for treating scalp psoriasis.
research Embryologic layers in dermatology: Developmental checkpoint disorders, diagnostic insight, and regenerative futures
Understanding embryologic layers improves skin disorder diagnosis and supports developing targeted therapies.
research Tinea capitis
Tinea capitis is a scalp fungal infection in children that can cause hair loss, scaling, and other symptoms.
research M-CSF-Stimulated CD11b+ Myeloid Cells Induce Alopecia Areata in C3H/HeJ Mice
M-CSF-stimulated myeloid cells can cause alopecia areata in mice.
research Regenerative Medicine Approaches for Engineering a Human Hair Follicle
New treatments for hair loss show promise, including plasma, stem cells, and hair-stimulating complexes, but more research is needed to fully understand them.
research 344 Topical carbamide peroxide for treatment of mild to moderate acne vulgaris
10% carbamide peroxide is safe and effectively reduces mild to moderate acne.
research 345 Assessment of functional impairment in psoriasis
Psoriasis patients experience moderate functional impairment related to disease severity and less satisfaction.
research 343 Associations of resilience with quality of life in patients with hidradenitis suppurativa
People with hidradenitis suppurativa who are more resilient tend to have better quality of life and less anxiety and depression.
research 340 Laser treatment in FFA
Laser treatment may help with hair growth in some people with frontal fibrosing alopecia, but results vary and the exact way it works is unclear.
research 341 A longitudinal study of cutaneous dermatomyositis
Most patients with cutaneous dermatomyositis either improved or remained stable over 3.5 years.
research LB788 Development of a novel three-dimensional human epidermal model from plucked hair follicle-derived keratinocytes
Scientists created a new 3D skin model from cells of plucked hairs that works like real skin and is easier to get.
research Cutaneous xanthomas in homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia: A 12-year follow-up
Women with PCOS often have hirsutism and skin changes, which indicate a need for metabolic health checks.
research Dermatology consultations significantly contribute to efficient care of hospitalized patients: A prospective study of dermatology inpatient consults at a tertiary care center
Hirsutism and acanthosis nigricans are reliable skin signs of PCOS and suggest the need for further tests for related health issues.
research Cutaneous findings and systemic associations in women with polycystic ovary syndrome
Women with PCOS often have more hair growth, skin darkening, and acne, which are linked to hormonal and metabolic issues.
research Cutaneous metastasis from colonic adenocarcinoma: Mimicker of infectious etiology
Hirsutism and acanthosis nigricans are reliable skin signs of PCOS linked to metabolic issues, while acne is not a reliable marker of the condition.
research The Role of Botanical Products in the Treatment of Alopecia
Some botanical products may help increase hair growth in people with alopecia, but more research is needed.
research What is it about your skin cancer that bothers you the most? 700 patients respond
Patients with nonmelanoma skin cancers are most bothered by fear of progression, appearance concerns, and having cancer.
research US dermatology workforce from 1995 to 2011: A geographic analysis
The number of dermatologists in the US increased from 1995 to 2011, but they were unevenly distributed, mainly in urban areas, and areas with higher income and education levels.