research Central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia – an approach to diagnosis and management
Diagnose and manage CCCA with thorough history, exams, and labs; treat with anti-inflammatory agents, stress reduction, and stopping harmful hair practices.
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research Marking the recipient sites in hair restoration surgery - new methodology to attain symmetric density
A new method using gentian violet and a protective spray can improve symmetry and reduce surgery time in hair restoration, but it's only effective for total hair loss, not diffuse hair loss or follow-up treatments.
research Novel drugs of United States Food and Drug Administration approved in 2024
In 2024, the FDA approved 50 new drugs, including treatments for hair loss, anemia, high blood pressure, and Alzheimer's.
research COVID-19: Evaluation and Care of Patients With Persistent Symptoms Following Acute SARS-CoV-2 Infection
Experts recommend a team-based approach to treat patients with long-lasting COVID-19 symptoms and emphasize the need for ongoing research.
research Telecommunication in the COVID-19 era: As an assessment tool for patients with dermatomyositis
Remote monitoring of chronic diseases like dermatomyositis is challenging and needs better tools for early detection and patient education.
research Treatment-Refractory Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia Responsive to a Novel Botanical Treatment
A new plant-based treatment was effective for hair regrowth in women with a specific type of hair loss that didn't respond to usual treatments.
research Adjuvant use of topical metformin with standard therapies in recalcitrant central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia: A case series
Topical metformin may improve hair regrowth in CCCA when added to standard treatments.
research Retrospective Review of Folliculitis Decalvans in 23 Patients with Course and Treatment Analysis of Long-standing Cases
Most patients improved with oral antibiotics, but some needed long-term treatment or had minimal response.
research Selection of Anti-Depressants in Geriatric Dermatoses- A Questionnaire Study of Dermatologists in Western Rajasthan, India
Dermatologists in Western Rajasthan often prescribe doxepin for elderly patients with skin and mental health issues.
research Trichoscopy update 2011
Trichoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing different hair and scalp diseases by their unique visual features.
research Correction of the Cornrow Transplant and Other Common Problems in Surgical Hair Restoration by James E. Vogel, M.D.
The document explains how to fix common issues in hair transplant surgery.
research Malignant epithelial tumors: Part II. Therapy and prevention
The document concludes that individualized treatment for malignant epithelial tumors is necessary and more research on metastatic squamous cell carcinoma treatments is needed.
research Primary Care and Clinical Dermatology 2019: Scalp micro pigmentation as an to hair transplant surgery alternative – Seepika Jaiswal – MD Dermatologist
Scalp micropigmentation is a non-surgical alternative to hair transplants that mimics hair follicles and requires no downtime.
research Spectrum and clinical burden of Unrecognized Dermatologic Diseases in hospitalized adults: A single-centre cross-sectional study
Many skin issues in hospitalized adults go unnoticed, needing better checks and teamwork.
research Eruptive vellus hair cyst: An uncommon and underdiagnosed entity
Eruptive vellus hair cysts are rare and often misdiagnosed, requiring biopsy for accurate diagnosis.
research Efficacy of intralesional corticosteroid injections for scalp vitiligo: An effective therapeutic option
Intralesional corticosteroid injections effectively treat scalp vitiligo.
research Treatment of discoid lupus erythematosus scarring alopecia with deucravacitinib: A case report
Deucravacitinib helped regrow hair and reduce plaques in a woman with discoid lupus erythematosus without side effects.
research Unraveling a Rare Case: Diarrhea, Alopecia, and Polyposis
Corticosteroids improved symptoms in a man with Cronkhite-Canada Syndrome.
research Characteristics of central cicatricial centrifugal alopecia that developed in elderly compared with younger patients
Elderly patients with CCCA were all African American with low vitamin D, but no iron or zinc deficiencies, and no hormonal imbalances compared to younger patients.
research Teledermatology consultation using a smartphone multimedia messaging service for common skin diseases in the Korean army: a clinical evaluation of its diagnostic accuracy
Smartphone-based teledermatology is effective for diagnosing skin diseases in the military with good accuracy.
research How to ‘Google’ in front of the patient: A practical approach to information seeking during the consultation
Doctors using Google during patient visits can enhance accuracy and outcomes if done transparently and inclusively.
research Central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia in Black men: A case series highlighting key clinical features in this cohort
The document concludes that early and accurate diagnosis of hair loss on the top of the scalp in Black men is important to distinguish CCCA from other types of hair loss.
research Transitioning from a Private Practice to a Corporate Practice in Hair-Restoration Surgery
Switching from a private to a corporate hair-restoration surgery practice involves changes.
research Systemic corticosteroids in vitiligo: Evidence-based insights and practical considerations
Systemic corticosteroids help manage vitiligo by slowing progression and aiding repigmentation.
research Decision‐Making Regarding the Administration of Live Vaccines to Patients With a FOXN1 Heterozygous Missense Variant
Live vaccines can be safely given to infants with a FOXN1 variant if their immune function improves over time.
research The current state of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender cultural competency among U.S. dermatology residents
U.S. dermatology residents need more education and experience with LGBT patients to improve their cultural competency.
research Insurers Give Short Shrift to ASCO Pathways Recommendation
Insurers opposed ASCO's recommendation for a single cancer care pathway program.
research Non‐invasive instrumental examinations of cutaneous, adnexal and mucosal manifestations after SARS‐COV‐2 infection in adult and children
Skin and mucosal issues can occur after COVID-19 in adults and children.
research Dermatologic care of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community of India
The transgender community in India has specific skin care needs and struggles to access dermatological services due to discrimination and financial issues.
research Multiple Eruptive Melius Hair Cysts Treated with Carbon Dioxide Laser Vaporization
Carbon dioxide laser treatment effectively removed facial hair cysts without scarring or them coming back.