February 2024 in “International neuropsychiatric disease journal” Alopecia areata severely impacts quality of life, mental health, and work productivity.
February 2024 in “International journal of medical science and clinical research studies” CCCA is a scarring hair disorder mainly affecting people of African descent, needing better awareness and treatment.
February 2024 in “PloS one” Tofacitinib and adalimumab are promising treatments for cicatricial alopecia with few side effects.
December 2023 in “Communications biology” Targeting the HEDGEHOG-GLI1 pathway could help treat keloids.
November 2023 in “European medical journal. Dermatology” PRP can reduce pain and improve function, but more standardized research is needed.
August 2023 in “Clinical and experimental dermatology and therapies” Dupilumab may help hair regrowth in some patients with severe atopic dermatitis, but results vary.
May 2023 in “Dermatology and therapy” The document concludes that identifying the cause of eyebrow and eyelash loss is key to treating it and improving quality of life.
Screening for iron levels in patients with hair loss may help find a genetic iron overload condition early.
January 2022 in “Dermatology Review” Higher IL-31 levels are linked to worse itching in chronic kidney disease patients.
October 2021 in “The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine ” Combination therapies work better than single treatments for atrophic acne scars.
June 2019 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences” Dermoscopy is useful for tracking alopecia areata treatment, with yellow dots and new vellus hairs being good indicators of hair regrowth.
November 2016 in “Dermatologic Therapy” "Dermatologic Therapy" offers expert treatment info for various skin diseases.
January 2015 in “Journal of clinical & experimental dermatology research” A protein combining parathyroid hormone and collagen helped hair regrow in mice with a hair loss condition.
December 2013 in “Research Portal (King's College London)” Hair loss in Lichen Planopilaris is caused by immune system issues damaging hair follicles and stem cells.
November 2013 in “Dalhousie Medical Journal” Cutaneous lupus erythematosus is a common skin condition in lupus, affecting mostly young adult females.
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January 2009 in “Annals of Dermatology” Zinc supplements increased zinc levels in some hair loss patients but didn't significantly improve hair growth.
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September 2018 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Ginseng and its compounds may help hair growth and prevent hair loss, but more human trials are needed to confirm this.
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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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August 2018 in “Skin appendage disorders” Some alternative treatments for hair loss might work, but more research is needed.
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January 2006 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Zinc can help with some skin problems, but its effectiveness varies depending on the condition.
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December 2010 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Decreased CD200 in hair follicles may cause immune issues in some alopecia areata cases.
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February 2017 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Erdr1 could be a new marker for diagnosing hair loss.
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July 2013 in “InTech eBooks” Scalp biopsy helps tell apart permanent and temporary hair loss types and guides treatment.
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April 2010 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for managing rare hair loss disorders and that more research is needed to improve treatment strategies.
April 2026 in “Dermatology and Therapy” TNFα inhibitors are effective and well-tolerated for treating severe scalp cellulitis.
September 2024 in “Cureus” A 10-year-old boy's nail condition is mainly cosmetic and improves over time with treatment.
Various treatments exist for hair loss, but no definitive solution.
January 2019 in “Springer eBooks” Acne can appear or persist in adulthood due to hormonal changes, external factors, or substance use, and requires appropriate treatment.
December 2017 in “Springer eBooks” Treat pediatric skin issues with accurate diagnosis, multidisciplinary team, and various treatment options.
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October 1983 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Isotretinoin effectively treats severe acne and similar conditions, but has common, mostly reversible side effects, requiring careful patient monitoring.