research A New Subtype of Lichen Planopilaris Affecting Vellus Hairs and Clinically Mimicking Androgenetic Alopecia
New LPP subtype affects vellus hairs, mimics AGA, and needs biopsy for diagnosis.
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research Hair Follicle Targeting with Nanoparticles
Nanoparticles can be used to deliver drugs to hair follicles, potentially improving treatments for conditions like acne and alopecia, and could also be used for vaccine delivery and gene therapy.
research Secondary Cicatricial and other Permanent Alopecias
The document concludes that permanent hair loss conditions are complex, require early specific treatments, and "secondary permanent alopecias" might be a more accurate term than "secondary cicatricial alopecia."
research Theoretical considerations in laser hair removal
Laser hair removal effectiveness depends on targeting hair structures without harming the skin, and improvements require more research and expert collaboration.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Combining Medical and Surgical Treatments
Minoxidil, finasteride, and hair transplantation combined give best results for hair loss.
research Androgenetic Alopecia
Minoxidil, finasteride, and hair transplantation combined give best results for hair loss.
research Transfollicular drug delivery—Is it a reality?
Hair follicles may soon be used more for targeted and systemic drug delivery.
research Frontal fibrosing alopecia associated with cutaneous lichen planus in a premenopausal woman
A premenopausal woman had hair loss and skin issues, treated with topical steroids.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss and its Relationship to Permanent/Cicatricial Alopecia: A New Perspective
Some women with common hair loss may develop permanent hair loss.
research Postmenopausal frontal fibrosing alopecia
Postmenopausal frontal fibrosing alopecia is a type of hair loss in postmenopausal women that may stop on its own but has no effective treatment.
research Acquired scalp alopecia. Part I: A review
Accurate diagnosis is key for treating different kinds of hair loss, and immune response variations may affect the condition and treatment results.
research Inflammatory Tinea Capitis (Kerion) Mimicking Dissecting Cellulitis.
Prompt treatment of inflammatory tinea capitis (kerion) is crucial to prevent scarring and hair loss.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: Role of Dermoscopy in Differential Diagnosis
Dermoscopy helps diagnose frontal fibrosing alopecia by distinguishing it from other hair loss conditions.
research Secondary cicatricial and other permanent alopecias
The document says that treating the root cause of hair follicle damage is crucial to prevent permanent hair loss, and treatment options vary.
research What′s new in cicatricial alopecia?
New treatments and early diagnosis methods for permanent hair loss due to scar tissue are important for managing its psychological effects.
research Trias of keratosis pilaris, ulerythema ophryogenes and 18p monosomy: Zouboulis syndrome
Zouboulis syndrome is a rare condition that helps diagnose monosomy 18p early.
research Frontal fibrosing alopecia in association with Sjögren's syndrome: more than a simple coincidence
Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia may be linked to autoimmune diseases like Sjögren's syndrome.
research Plasma Rich in Growth Factors as an Adjuvant Treatment for the Management of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: A Retrospective Observational Clinical Study
Plasma Rich in Growth Factors may help reduce hair loss in Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia.
research Hair Loss in Women
Obstetrician/gynecologists can diagnose and manage female hair loss with careful history taking and examination.
research Dermal mucin in alopecia areata – tell tale sign or incidental finding?
Increased mucin in the skin might indicate lupus in patients with hair loss, but more research is needed.
research The Mona Lisa : an example of frontal fibrosing alopecia masquerading as Renaissance fashion?
The Mona Lisa's high forehead and sparse eyebrows might be due to a hair loss condition or Renaissance fashion trends, but the actual reason is unknown.
research The Importance of Trichoscopy in Clinical Practice
Trichoscopy is a valuable tool for diagnosing and managing hair and scalp disorders.
research Frontal fibrosing alopecia
Frontal fibrosing alopecia is a scarring hair loss condition mainly affecting older women, with no known cause and treatments that may help stabilize hair loss.
research Diffuse scarring alopecia in a female pattern hair loss distribution
Scarring hair loss found in female pattern; biopsy needed for diagnosis.
research Reply to: ‘Severe diffuse non-scarring hair loss in systemic lupus erythematosus - clinical and histopathological analysis of four cases’
The document suggests that severe hair loss in SLE patients may be an early sign of scalp DLE, treatable with immunosuppressive therapy.
research Atypical folliculitis caused by Malassezia spp. in immunosuppressed patients
Some immunosuppressed patients can get unusual skin infections from Malassezia, which can be treated with antifungal medication.
research Bibbidi bobbidi bald: Two “hairowing” tales of Princess Package hairstyles
Elaborate princess hairstyles at a theme park caused hair loss and scalp damage in young girls.
research Related Topic: Drug Permeation Through Hair Follicles
Hair follicles are important for drug delivery through the skin, but better methods are needed to understand and improve this process.
research Use of Topical Minoxidil, 17α-Estradiol and Hydrocortisone Butyrate in Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia
A lotion with minoxidil, hydrocortisone butyrate, and 17a-estradiol can improve or stabilize Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia in some cases, but there's no universally-accepted treatment yet.
research Aesthetics in psychosomatic dermatology II. skin changes experienced as cutaneous disease
People distressed by minor skin changes should consult dermatologists with cosmetic expertise, and a public Cosmetic Dermatology Service with mental health support is recommended.