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The woman's surgery lowered her testosterone and improved scalp hair loss but did not change her excessive body hair.
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research Ichthyosis Follicularis with Alopecia and Photophobia Syndrome (IFAP): A Case Report and Review of the Literature
The document describes a rare case of IFAP syndrome, a genetic condition with symptoms of hair loss, light sensitivity, and scaly skin.
research Renbök phenomenon: Alopecia areata sparing psoriasis plaques
Alopecia areata does not affect areas with psoriasis plaques.
research A comparison of vertical versus transverse sections for the histopathologic diagnosis of alopecias
Transverse sections are better for non-scarring hair loss, vertical sections are better for lichen planopilaris, and either method works for other scarring hair loss types.
research A Clinical and Biological Guide for Understanding Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia and Its Prevention
Scalp cooling can help prevent chemotherapy-induced hair loss with a 50-90% success rate and is safe for patients.
research Androgenetic Alopecia
Male pattern baldness may be caused by factors like poor blood circulation, scalp tension, stress, and hormonal imbalances, but the exact causes are still unclear.
research Scratching the surface of skin development
The document concludes that skin stem cells are important for hair growth and wound healing, and could be used in regenerative medicine.
research Functional ectodermal organ regeneration as the next generation of organ replacement therapy
The document concludes that regenerating functional ectodermal organs like teeth and hair is promising for future therapies.
research HAIR AND SYSTEMATIC DISEASE
Hair loss can indicate underlying systemic diseases and addressing these can sometimes reverse the hair loss.
research Focal alopecia in the dog
Focal alopecia in dogs has many causes and requires various tests for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
research Oral retinoids-present status
Oral retinoids are effective for various skin conditions but have side effects and should not be used during pregnancy.
research How should postmenopausal androgen excess be evaluated?
Evaluate postmenopausal women with high androgen levels using medical history, physical exams, lab tests, and imaging to manage health risks.
research Finasteride in the treatment of alopecia
Finasteride effectively treats male pattern baldness, improving hair growth and density.
research Coat condition, housing condition and measurement of faecal cortisol metabolites - a non-invasive study about alopecia in captive rhesus macaques (Macaca mulatta)
Alopecia in captive rhesus macaques is affected by season, sex, age, housing, and stress, with complex links between stress hormones and hair loss.
research Conditional knock out of N-WASP in keratinocytes causes skin barrier defects and atopic dermatitis-like inflammation
N-WASP is essential for healthy skin and preventing inflammation.
research Safety of Topical Minoxidil Solution: A One-Year, Prospective, Observational Study
Minoxidil solution safely and effectively treats hair loss.
research Thyroid hormone action on skin.
Thyroid hormones affect skin texture, hair and nail growth, and can cause skin diseases related to thyroid problems.
research Alopecia Areata
The document concludes that ongoing research using animal models is crucial for better understanding and treating Alopecia Areata.
research Safety and Tolerability of the Dual 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor Dutasteride in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
Dutasteride is safe and effective for treating hair loss, but may decrease libido.
research The frequency of polycystic ovary syndrome in females with resistant acne vulgaris
Many women with hard-to-treat acne also have PCOS.
research 5alpha-reductase inhibitors - a new hope in dermatology?
Finasteride shows promise for treating hair loss and excessive hair growth, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness and safety.
research Phrynoderma and acquired acrodermatitis enteropathica in breastfeeding women after bariatric surgery
Women who had bariatric surgery risk nutritional deficiencies causing skin issues during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
research Proliferative, lymphocytic, infundibular mural folliculitis and dermatitis with prominent follicular apoptosis and parakeratotic casts in four L abrador retrievers: preliminary description and response to therapy
A new skin disease in four Labrador retrievers responded well to immunosuppressive treatment.
research Alopecia as a systemic disease
Hair loss can indicate or worsen with systemic diseases, and treating the underlying condition is important.
research Bald thigh syndrome in sighthounds—Revisiting the cause of a well-known disease
Bald thigh syndrome in sighthounds is caused by structural defects in hair shafts due to downregulated genes and proteins.
research A case report of a novel, integrative approach to Hashimoto’s thyroiditis with unexpected results
A 23-year-old woman with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis improved significantly after a 15-month integrative treatment plan.
research Selenium Toxicity in Domestic Animals
Selenium can be toxic to animals, causing serious health issues, especially in horses.
research Hyperandrogenism in a Postmenopausal Woman Secondary to Testosterone Secreting Ovarian Stromal Tumor with Acoustic Schwannoma
A 63-year-old woman's male-like symptoms were caused by a rare testosterone-producing ovarian tumor, treated by removing her ovaries and fallopian tubes.
research Atrichia with papular lesions in a Taiwanese patient without hairless (HR) gene mutation
A Taiwanese patient had hair loss and skin bumps without the usual gene mutation, suggesting other genetic factors might be involved.
research Leveraging deep neural networks to uncover unprecedented levels of precision in the diagnosis of hair and scalp disorders
A new AI model diagnoses hair and scalp disorders with 92% accuracy, better than previous models.