research THE PREVALENCE OF SKIN DISEASE IN THE GERIATRIC AGE GROUP
Older adults in Ottawa commonly have skin conditions like sun damage, dry skin, and hair loss.
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research Dermatological Manifestations of Stress in Normal and Psychiatric Populations
Stress can worsen skin conditions and affect mental health, so doctors should include stress management in skin treatment.
research Acquired trichomegaly of the eyelashes and hypertrichosis induced by bimatoprost
Bimatoprost can cause longer, thicker, darker eyelashes and eyebrows.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma and Its Utilities in Alopecia: A Systematic Review
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) treatment has been found effective in promoting hair growth for alopecia patients, with minimal side effects like temporary pain and redness.
research Hair and nail involvement in lupus erythematosus
Lupus can cause hair loss and nail changes, with treatments available for both.
research Reflectance confocal microscopy for scarring and non-scarring alopecia real-time assessment
Reflectance confocal microscopy can help tell apart scarring from non-scarring hair loss.
research Treatments options for alopecia
The document concludes that oral finasteride and topical minoxidil are effective for genetic hair loss, while other treatments for different types of hair loss show promise but need more research.
research A clinical study of geriatric dermatoses
Older adults have a wide range of skin conditions, with dry skin being very common and many also experiencing skin growths, itching, and infections.
research The role of leptin in selected skin diseases
Leptin affects skin and hair health and may worsen some skin conditions, but more research is needed to understand its full impact.
research Skin diseases in Turkish renal transplant recipients
Most kidney transplant patients in the study had skin problems, often related to infections, medication side effects, or skin cancer risks.
research Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor Protects CD200-Rich and CD34-Positive Hair Follicle Stem Cells Against Androgen-Induced Apoptosis Through the Phosphoinositide 3-Kinase/Akt Pathway in Patients With Androgenic Alopecia
A substance called Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor can protect certain hair follicle stem cells from damage caused by androgens, suggesting a new possible treatment for hair loss.
research Presence and future of dermoscopy
Dermoscopy is becoming essential for diagnosing skin conditions and is expected to be a standard tool for dermatologists.
research Dermatosis associated with menopause
Menopause can cause skin issues, and seeing a dermatologist helps.
research Irreversible alopecia universalis during treatment with pegylated interferon-ribavirin for chronic hepatitis C virus infection: Case report and published work review
A man lost all his hair permanently after hepatitis C treatment, a side effect not seen before.
research Herbal Treatment for Dermatologic Disorders
Some herbal treatments are effective for skin disorders, but more research and regulation are needed.
research Controversies in off‐label prescriptions in dermatology: the perspective of the patient, the physician, and the pharmaceutical companies
The document concludes that doctors should carefully consider off-label drug use in dermatology and always inform patients, while more research is needed on the safety and effectiveness of such practices.
research Disease severity scoring systems in dermatology
Scoring systems help doctors assess and treat skin diseases effectively.
research Effects of a complex mixture prepared from agrimonia, houttuynia, licorice, peony, and phellodendron on human skin cells
The plant extract mixture improves skin health by reducing inflammation, boosting collagen, and supporting anti-aging.
research Off-label use of biologics and janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors for scarring alopecias: a narrative review
Biologics and JAK inhibitors may improve treatment for scarring alopecias.
research Headgear-induced temporary pressure alopecia
A boy's hair grew back after he stopped using orthodontic headgear that caused temporary hair loss.
research Hair loss in hospital medicine: a practical guide
The guide helps clinicians diagnose and manage hair loss, detailing examination techniques and treatments for different types of alopecia.
research Clinical, Dermoscopic and In-Vivo Reflectance Confocal Microscopy Evaluation of a Case of Graham Little-Piccardi-Lassueur Syndrome Successfully Treated with Narrowband-UVB Phototherapy
Narrowband-UVB phototherapy successfully treated a rare case of Graham Little-Piccardi-Lassueur syndrome.
research Phototherapy of androgenetic alopecia with low level narrow band 655-nm red light and 780-nm infrared light
Red and infrared light therapy improves hair growth in balding patients.
research Safety of Biological Therapies for Severe Asthma: An Analysis of Suspected Adverse Reactions Reported in the WHO Pharmacovigilance Database
Biologics for severe asthma have known side effects, but some new risks need more study.
research Primary Cicatricial Alopecia Successfully Treated with A Combination of Oral Zinc with Nd: YAG Laser. A Case Series of Five Patients
Oral zinc and Nd:YAG laser therapy effectively treated primary cicatricial alopecia in five patients.
research A case of twenty nail dystrophy affecting a 12 year old boy
A 12-year-old boy with twenty nail dystrophy, a condition affecting all nails, was treated conservatively due to its self-limiting nature and good prognosis.
research WARFARIN-INDUCED ALOPECIA: A RARE CASE REPORT
Warfarin can rarely cause hair loss, which is usually reversible.
research Hair Disorders
The document concludes that accurate diagnosis and appropriate management are crucial for treating various hair disorders, which have significant psychological impacts.
research A Case of Idiopathic Twenty-Nail Dystrophy
A 10-year-old boy's nail condition is mainly cosmetic and improves over time with treatment.
research Nail Whispers Revealing Dermatological and Systemic Secrets: An Analysis of Nail Disorders Associated With Diverse Dermatological and Systemic Conditions
Nails can reveal important health information about skin and body conditions.