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Scalp itching is common and hard to diagnose due to the complex nerve structure of the scalp.
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390-420 / 1000+ resultsresearch Resident Memory T Cells in Autoimmune Skin Diseases
Certain immune cells contribute to skin autoimmune diseases, and some treatments can reverse hair loss in these conditions.
research Evaluating the Therapeutic Potential of Ritlecitinib for the Treatment of Alopecia Areata
Ritlecitinib shows promise for hair regrowth in alopecia areata patients.
research Female pattern alopecia: current perspectives
Female pattern hair loss is caused by multiple factors and while treatments like topical minoxidil, hormone therapy, and low-level light therapy can help, none can fully cure it.
research A Comprehensive Literature Review of JAK Inhibitors in Treatment of Alopecia Areata
JAK inhibitors show promise in effectively treating hair loss from alopecia areata.
research Immunofluorescent findings and clinical overlap in two cases of follicular lichen planus
GLPLS and LPP are variants of lichen planus.
research Ingestion of a dietary supplement resulting in selenium toxicity
Excessive selenium in supplements can cause hair loss and nail issues.
research Comparison of the efficacy and safety of a picosecond alexandrite laser and a Q-switched alexandrite laser for the treatment of freckles in Chinese patients
Both lasers are equally effective and safe for treating freckles.
research The Dermatology Life Quality Index (DLQI ) used as the benchmark in validation of 101 quality‐of‐life instruments: A systematic review
The DLQI is a key tool for measuring quality of life in dermatology.
research Telogen Effluvium
Telogen Effluvium is a condition causing excessive hair loss due to stress, illness, drugs, or hormonal changes, and can be treated with specific products or naturally resolves after 3-4 years.
research Cancer risk in patients with alopecia areata: a nationwide population‐based matched cohort study
Alopecia areata patients have varied cancer risks, with some cancers being lower and others higher.
research The therapeutic, diagnostic, and prognostic values of extracellular vesicles (exosomes) in dermatology: A systematic review
Extracellular vesicles show potential in dermatology, but more research is needed for validation.
research A Systematic Review of 207 Studies Describing Validation Aspects of the Dermatology Life Quality Index
The Dermatology Life Quality Index is reliable and consistent but needs more diverse participant studies.
research A 32‐year‐old woman with arthralgias and severe hypotension
Aggressive immunosuppressive treatment improved a woman's severe heart condition linked to autoimmune disease.
research Dermatological complications due to post‑COVID‑19 syndrome: A systematic review
Nearly 20% of recovered COVID-19 patients have skin issues, with hair loss and rashes being common.
research A 39‐year‐old woman with Lupus, Myositis, and a Recalcitrant Vasculopathy
Antituberculous drugs improved symptoms in a woman with lupus and myositis.
research New‐onset and exacerbated skin diseases after COVID ‐19 infection: A systematic review
COVID-19 infection can cause new hair loss conditions or worsen existing skin diseases, with hair loss being the most common issue.
research The Immunological Association between Alopecia Areata and Respiratory Diseases: A Systematic Review
People with alopecia areata may also have allergic rhinitis and should be checked for respiratory allergies.
research Classification of psychodermatological disorders: Proposal of a new international classification
The document suggests a new way to categorize skin and mind disorders into two main groups to reduce confusion.
research A guide to diagnosis and management of hypertrichosis
Hypertrichosis involves excessive hair growth and needs careful diagnosis and treatment, considering its psychological effects.
research Tinea capitis in Older Adults: A Neglected and Misdiagnosed Scalp Infection—A Systematic Review of Reported Cases
Tinea capitis in older adults is often misdiagnosed but can be effectively treated with antifungal therapy.
research Cytokine profiles associated with persisting symptoms of post-acute sequelae of COVID-19
Certain immune responses may cause ongoing COVID-19 symptoms like fatigue and brain fog.
research Erlotinib-induced trichomegaly of eyelashes in lung cancer treatment: Epidermal growth factor receptor inhibitor side effect
Erlotinib can cause excessive eyelash growth.
research Antihypertensive Agents in Dermatology
research The Nutrient–Skin Connection: Diagnosing Eating Disorders Through Dermatologic Signs
Skin, hair, and nail changes can help detect eating disorders early.
research Non-scarring alopecia in systemic lupus erythematosus patients at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital: a cross-sectional study of prevalence, pattern, trichoscopy features and histopathological analysis
Non-scarring hair loss is common in lupus patients and can be diagnosed with specific hair and tissue tests.
research “Degeneration” in Dermatopathology
The document concludes that understanding tissue degeneration is crucial for diagnosing skin lesions.
research Comparative histopathological analyses of non-scarring alopecia in systemic lupus erythematosus patients in Lagos Nigeria
The main difference in hair loss for lupus patients is smaller and fewer sebaceous glands.
research Conference 2022, The Sequel
The document encourages attending the 2023 Dermatology Nurses' Association Convention.
research Proceedings of the Ninth World Congress for Hair Research (2015)
The 2015 Hair Research Congress concluded that stem cells, maraviroc, and simvastatin could potentially treat Alopecia Areata, topical minoxidil, finasteride, and steroids could treat Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia, and PTGDR2 antagonists could also treat alopecia. They also found that low-level light therapy could help with hair loss, a robotic device could assist in hair extraction, and nutrition could aid hair growth. They suggested that Alopecia Areata is an inflammatory disorder, not a single disease, indicating a need for personalized treatments.