research Early stage alopecia areata is associated with inflammation in the upper dermis and damage to the hair follicle infundibulum
Early stage bald spots are linked to skin inflammation and damage to the upper part of the hair follicle.
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750-780 / 1000+ results research Keratoacanthoma and other types of squamous cell carcinoma with crateriform architecture: Classification and identification
Keratoacanthoma and some squamous cell carcinomas are linked to hair follicles, while others are not.
research Dermatological Conditions in SKIN OF COLOR- A Practical Approach to Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia.
research Comorbidities of Primary Scarring Alopecias: A Retrospective Multi‐Site Cross‐Sectional Study
People with primary scarring alopecia have higher risks of other health issues like vitamin D deficiency and thyroid disease.
research Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp: a multicentre study
High-potency steroids or tacrolimus are effective treatments for Erosive Pustular Dermatosis of the Scalp.
research Pseudo Alopecia Areata Caused by Skull‐caps with Metal Pin Fasteners used by Orthodox Jews in Israel
Changing the pin and cupola setup reduced hair loss in Orthodox Jews using skull-caps.
research 516 Possible role of ILC1 in the pathogenesis of alopecia areata (AA)
ILC1 cells contribute to hair loss in alopecia areata.
research Hypertrichosis of the pinnae in a patient using panitumumab
Panitumumab can cause excessive ear hair growth.
research Dermoscopic Approach to a Small Round to Oval Hairless Patch on the Scalp
Dermoscopic examination helps diagnose different types of hair loss conditions by showing specific patterns.
research Pathologic Quiz Case: An 84-Year-Old Woman With a Skin Cyst Containing Ziehl-Neelsen–Positive Structures
Basal cell carcinoma may originate from vellus hair cysts.
research Alopecia areata - need for a revision in morphological classification and scoring
A new classification and scoring system is needed for alopecia areata to better assess severity.
research THE METROPOLITAN DERMATOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF LOS ANGELES
A 42-year-old woman had a scalp lesion that didn't cause hair loss and showed specific changes under a microscope.
research Do There Need to Be Visible Lesions to Diagnose Tinea Capitis?
Visible lesions are not always needed to diagnose tinea capitis.
research Alopecia areata: current concepts
New treatments for alopecia areata show promise but need ongoing use and have infection risks.
research Erythematous Plaque on the Scalp With Alopecia
The woman has a scalp condition causing hair loss.
research Cronkhite–Canada Syndrome With Multiple Mesenteric Lymphadenopathy: A Case Report
Early diagnosis and treatment with corticosteroids can improve outcomes in Cronkhite–Canada syndrome.
research ‘Follicular Swiss cheese’ pattern–another histopathologic clue to alopecia areata
The study concluded that a 'Swiss cheese' pattern in hair follicles is a useful sign for diagnosing alopecia areata.
research Alopecia: the case for medical necessity.
Alopecia should be treated as a medical condition because it may increase the risk of serious diseases and psychological issues.
research Paired Ear Creases of the Helix (PECH): A Possible Physical Sign
Ear creases might indicate heart disease risk, needing more research.
research BH21 Segmented heterochromia with calibre change: an under-recognized sign of alopecia areata
Segmented hair color changes can indicate active alopecia areata.
research Recent Understandings of Biology, Prophylaxis and Treatment Strategies for Hypertrophic Scars and Keloids
The document concludes that the understanding of scar formation is incomplete and current prevention and treatment for hypertrophic scars and keloids are not fully effective.
research Answer to April 2014 Photo Quiz
Kerion, a scalp fungal infection, requires lab confirmation and is treated with antifungal medication and medicated shampoo.
research Discoid lupus erythematosus exacerbated by contact dermatitis caused by use of squaric acid dibutylester for topical immunotherapy in a patient with alopecia areata
Topical squaric acid dibutylester worsened discoid lupus erythematosus in a patient.
research Higher concentrations of dithranol appear to induce hair growth even in severe alopecia areata
Higher concentrations of dithranol can help regrow hair in severe alopecia areata.
research Localized pemphigus vulgaris on scalp: an atypical presentation.
Scalp pemphigus vulgaris can be effectively treated with low-dose prednisone and triamcinolone.
research Erosive pustulosis of the scalp:3 Cases (Fren)
Oral zinc gluconate and topical steroids significantly improved a rare scalp condition in three elderly patients.
research Two Cases of Hypertrichosis Cubiti
Two cases of hairy elbows syndrome were described, with normal skin texture and symmetrical hair growth.
research Localized Scleroderma morphea-like in a cat.
The cat's skin condition was resistant to treatment and did not improve.
research Diffuse alopecia areata is associated with intense inflammatory infiltration and CD8+ T cells in hair loss regions and an increase in serum IgE level
Diffuse alopecia areata involves more inflammation and higher allergy-related antibodies than patchy types.
research Cicatricial pemphigoid rarely involves the scalp
Cicatricial pemphigoid rarely affects the scalp but is hard to treat when it does.