April 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Sweat glands and hair follicles are determined by opposing signals, with BMPs promoting sweat glands and blocking BMPs leading to hair follicles.
April 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Chemotherapy and radiation therapy cause skin and hair damage by altering gene expression and signaling pathways.
April 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The study found a link between the severity of Lichen Planopilaris seen by doctors and the details seen under a microscope, and created a new way to measure this severity.
April 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Researchers improved a method to study individual cells in newborn mouse skin and found a way to assess the severity of a skin condition in humans.
January 2017 in “Springer eBooks” The document explains various skin conditions and their treatments.
January 2016 in “Dermatology Online Journal” Hormonal therapy changes skin and hair in transgender patients, who need better researched dermatologic care.
January 2016 in “Georg Thieme Verlag eBooks” Facelift surgery has evolved to focus on natural results and safety, with patient selection and postoperative care being key to success.
July 2015 in “Cambridge University Press eBooks” The document concludes that treatments for female hair loss and excess body hair are available, but managing expectations is important.
January 2015 in “Indian Journal of Medical Biochemistry” Men with early balding should be checked for metabolic syndrome, as there's a link between the two.
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease affecting hair follicles and may harm heart health.
September 2013 in “Experimental Dermatology” The document concluded that stem cells are crucial for skin repair, regeneration, and may help in developing advanced skin substitutes.
March 2012 in “Pathy's Principles and Practice of Geriatric Medicine” Older adults often have skin problems due to aging, and treating these conditions requires attention to both physical and mental health.
January 2012 in “heiDOK (Heidelberg University)” Dormant melanoma cells in mice interact minimally with memory T cells due to a suppressive tumor environment.
September 2011 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Effective treatments for scalp psoriasis include glucocorticosteroids, Vitamin D3 analogs, and combination therapies like calcipotriol and betamethasone dipropionate.
Prunus Tomentosa extract is effective in promoting hair growth, similar to minoxidil.
Accurate diagnosis of cicatricial alopecias requires thorough scalp examination and multiple biopsy techniques.
October 2007 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The meeting highlighted the genetic basis of female pattern hair loss and various skin health insights.
October 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The document concludes that careful planning, efficient use of every hair graft, and setting surgical priorities are crucial for successful hair restoration surgery.
May 1999 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Dr. Zitelli emphasized that "Mohs surgery" should only be called that when one doctor does both the surgery and pathology.
June 1997 in “The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery” Understanding the science of skin stretching is crucial for safe and effective hair replacement techniques.
Detailed history and physical examination are crucial for diagnosing hair loss.
January 2026 in “Dermatology and Therapy” Poor sleep may lead to hair loss, and hair loss may affect sleep.
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December 2010 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” Some patients taking finasteride or dutasteride may have ongoing sexual problems and depression even after stopping the medication.
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January 2015 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Targeted cancer therapies often cause serious skin problems that need careful management.
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July 2011 in “Fertility and Sterility” An mFG score of 5 or more indicates above-normal hair growth in Southern Chinese women.
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July 2006 in “Dermatologic therapy” The document concludes that accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment are important for skin problems in women with PCOS.
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March 2021 in “Dermatology and Therapy” Alopecia areata greatly harms quality of life, causing emotional and social issues.
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June 2016 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Tofacitinib was effective in treating hair loss in two patients with alopecia universalis.
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September 2015 in “Annals of Oncology” Targeted cancer therapies have a significant but lower risk of causing hair loss compared to chemotherapy.
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September 2018 in “Australasian journal of dermatology” No systemic treatment for alopecia areata has strong evidence of effectiveness.