January 2006 in “Advances in developmental biology” The Hairless gene is crucial for healthy skin and hair growth.
January 1996 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Dermatologists should know about cosmetic science and aesthetics because patients care about skin appearance and health.
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October 2012 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Eating the right nutrients can improve hair health, but taking extra supplements usually doesn't help unless you have a deficiency.
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December 1997 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Hair restoration surgery has improved with better techniques for natural looks and managing patient expectations, but it remains labor-intensive and requires careful consideration of potential complications.
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November 2010 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” Fat transfer can be effective for soft tissue trauma if the patient is chosen carefully and the procedure is done correctly.
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April 2005 in “Clinics in Plastic Surgery” Micrografts and minigrafts for hair restoration provide high patient satisfaction and can cover large areas of hair loss, including sideburns, eyebrows, and beards.
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January 2024 in “Liver International” Targeting thyroid hormone receptor α in liver cells may help treat liver fibrosis.
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September 1987 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Minoxidil caused hair to grow in unintended areas, like a tail, in a young girl.
April 2025 in “Revista Digital de Postgrado” Severe malnutrition in young children causes various skin and nail issues, mainly pigmentation changes and extreme thinness.
January 2015 in “Hair transplant forum international” Up to 10% of hair loss patients might have early signs of a condition called Lichen Planopilaris.
October 2001 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Cutting and implanting hair follicles can create finer, more natural-looking hairlines, with about half of the implanted hairs growing back.
September 2024 in “Dermatology Reports” Sonidegib often causes hair loss, and LC-OCT helps identify early signs.
May 2014 in “Hair transplant forum international” Scalp tools, tracking progress, targeting scalp inflammation, and avoiding certain hair treatments can improve female hair loss treatment.
January 2011 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Dr. Conroy's book on Morgellon's disease lacks credible evidence and scientific validity.
January 2016 in “Hair transplant forum international” Finasteride's link to health issues like male breast cancer, infertility, and prostate cancer needs more research through placebo-controlled trials to confirm.
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July 1997 in “Inpharma Weekly” Finasteride improves hair growth and satisfaction in men with male pattern baldness but may cause sexual side effects.
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March 2008 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The Cross-section Trichometer is a new tool that can measure hair quantity and detect hair loss and growth.
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October 2013 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open” Male pattern baldness may be caused by scalp pressure on hair follicles, which increases with age and leads to a cycle of hair loss. This process is not directly determined by genes.
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May 2004 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” New techniques in hair restoration surgery can fix unnatural results from old methods, improving patient self-esteem.
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July 1997 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Traditional Chinese medications can cause skin reactions, and better testing and reporting are needed to identify allergens.
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May 2015 in “Journal of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network” Doctors should actively prevent and treat skin side effects in cancer patients to keep them on the best medication and reduce discomfort.
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May 1978 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Recent hair loss research shows some progress, especially in understanding male pattern baldness, but effective treatments for many types of hair loss are still lacking.
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September 1997 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Chest hair can be used for scalp hair transplants when there's not enough scalp hair.
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August 1994 in “The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology” The article concludes that hair transplantation is advancing, but a reliable way to ensure complete tumor removal is still needed.
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May 2014 in “Hair transplant forum international” Rogaine can stop hair loss in women, and other treatments like certain pills, light therapy, and special shampoos may also work.
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June 2017 in “JAMA Dermatology” The document corrects a name misspelling, acknowledges a pioneer in hair transplantation, and notes a missing conflict of interest disclosure.
November 2013 in “Hair transplant forum international” Some generic finasteride may be counterfeit, leading to less effectiveness and increased hair loss.
November 2001 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Galea fixation is a safe and effective way to remove bald scalp with minimal scarring and reduced stretch-back.
January 1989 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Dr. Jorizzo questions the long-term benefits of minoxidil and tretinoin, while Dr. Olsen defends their effectiveness and stresses the need for public education on these treatments.
January 1982 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Experts discussed treatments for skin conditions in children, emphasizing hydration, cautious medication use, and early intervention for infections.