research Trichoscopy update 2011
Trichoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing different hair and scalp diseases by their unique visual features.
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research Smoking and the skin
Smoking harms the skin, causing early aging and increasing cancer risk, but stopping smoking can improve skin health.
research Hair Growth Cycle Affects Hair Follicle Destruction by Ruby Laser Pulses
Ruby laser pulses best destroy hair follicles during the growth phase and effectiveness varies with laser intensity; melanin is key for targeting, and timing treatments can improve results.
research Determinants of marginal traction alopecia in African girls and women
Traction alopecia is more common in African women than girls, especially when traction is applied to chemically relaxed hair; avoiding such hairstyles may reduce the risk.
research Trichoscopy for common hair loss diseases: Algorithmic method for diagnosis
The conclusion is that an algorithm using trichoscopy helps diagnose different types of hair loss but may need updates and a biopsy if results are unclear.
research A histologic review of 27 patients with lichen planopilaris
The conclusion is that certain scalp tissue changes are characteristic of lichen planopilaris, with mucinous perifollicular fibroplasia being a new feature for diagnosis.
research Central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia
CCCA is a scarring hair loss condition mainly in African descent women, possibly caused by genetics and hairstyling, treated with gentle hair care and medications.
research Clinical evaluation of alopecias using a handheld dermatoscope
A handheld dermatoscope helps diagnose different types of hair loss effectively.
research Review of quality of life studies in women with alopecia
Alopecia significantly lowers women's quality of life, with psychological and social challenges, highlighting the importance of early treatment and support.
research Topical minoxidil (3%) in extensive alopecia areata, including long-term efficacy
3% topical minoxidil effectively treats extensive alopecia areata with few side effects.
research Effect of physical stimuli on hair follicle deposition of clobetasol-loaded Lipid Nanocarriers
NLCs with manual massage greatly improve clobetasol delivery to hair follicles.
research Primary cicatricial alopecia: Recent advances in understanding and management
New understanding of the causes of primary cicatricial alopecia has led to better diagnosis and potential new treatments.
research ‘Black dots’ seen under trichoscopy are not specific for alopecia areata
Black dots under trichoscopy can appear in different hair and scalp conditions, not just in alopecia areata.
research ‘A detective look’ at hair biopsies from African-American patients
Recognizing specific features of African-American hair can help diagnose hair loss conditions.
research Validity of trichoscopy in the diagnosis of primary cicatricial alopecias
Trichoscopy is a useful method for identifying primary cicatricial alopecias and their specific types.
research Skin disease in pregnancy
Pregnancy can change skin disease severity, with some conditions improving and others worsening, and treatment should balance benefits and fetal safety.
research Elastin staining patterns in primary cicatricial alopecia
Elastin staining helps assess late-stage scarring alopecia but is not definitive, and clinical diagnosis is still crucial.
research Quality of life and psychosocial impact of scarring and non‐scarring alopecia in women
Women with scarring alopecia have a lower quality of life and more anxiety and depression than those with non-scarring alopecia.
research Female pattern hair loss: Clinico-laboratory findings and trichoscopy depending on disease severity
Genetics affect early female hair loss, severity depends on duration, and low ferritin levels not significant.
research Alopecia.
The document concludes that correct diagnosis of alopecia types is crucial, scalp biopsies are important, and more research is needed.
research CD123 immunohistochemistry for plasmacytoid dendritic cells is useful in the diagnosis of scarring alopecia
Using CD123 to detect certain immune cells helps diagnose a type of hair loss condition.
research Clinical and microscopic features of generalized discoid lupus erythematosus in dogs (10 cases)
Dogs with generalized discoid lupus erythematosus have similar symptoms to humans and need continuous treatment.
research Histologic progression of acne inversa/hidradenitis suppurativa: Implications for future investigations and therapeutic intervention
Acne inversa is an epithelial-driven disease where inflammation is caused by cyst rupture, and treatments should focus on preventing tendril growth for better results.
research Rash from EGFR inhibitors: Opportunities and challenges for palliation
EGFR cancer drugs often cause a rash, which can lead to distress and isolation, but may also improve outcomes for some cancer patients. Current treatments for the rash are limited, but a compound called menadione shows promise.
research Stem cell apoptosis in HIV‐1 alopecia
HIV-1 may cause increased stem cell death in hair follicles, leading to hair loss.
research Prolonged Incubation Period forCryptococcus gattiiInfection in Cat, Alaska, USA
Cryptococcus gattii can remain dormant in animals for over 8 years.
research Lichen Planopilaris in Women
Women with lichen planopilaris often have thyroid disease, depression, anxiety, and may respond to treatment with slowed disease progression.
research A Comprehensive Approach to Hair Pathology of Horizontal Sections
A new method using visual aids to diagnose hair diseases was effective after brief training.
research Investigation on Microecology of Hair Root Fungi in Androgenetic Alopecia Patients
Malassezia yeast linked to hair loss; ketoconazole helps treat it.
research Pleomorphic Appearance of Breast Cancer Cutaneous Metastases
Breast cancer skin metastases are rare, look different, and can be confused with other skin issues, so a biopsy is needed for accurate diagnosis.