research Dermatopathology Workshop Summary, Berlin 2004
The workshop aimed to improve hair loss disorder diagnosis and understanding.
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research Finasteride as a therapy for hidradenitis suppurativa
Finasteride improves hidradenitis suppurativa but not for child-bearing women.
research Dermal Mass Aspirate from a Persian Cat
The Persian cat has a skin infection caused by a fungus, treatable with antifungal medication.
research Acneiform Dermatoses
Some skin conditions look like acne but are caused by drugs, and they usually get better when the drug is stopped.
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 Cicatricial (scarring) alopecia
Different types of scarring alopecia may be stages of one disease, and accurate diagnosis is crucial to prevent permanent hair loss.
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 Drug-induced skin reactions: a pathologist viewpoint
Some drugs can cause skin reactions, which may improve when the drug is stopped, and rapid diagnosis and stopping the drug is crucial.
research Disorders of hair growth and the pilosebaceous unit: Facts and controversies
Experts don't fully agree on how to diagnose certain hair growth disorders and more research is needed to understand them better.
research Off-label use of biologics and janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors for scarring alopecias: a narrative review
Biologics and JAK inhibitors may improve treatment for scarring alopecias.
research Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp: A Case Report
Dissecting cellulitis of the scalp mainly affects Black males and requires early diagnosis and management.
research Pseudopelade of Brocq
Pseudopelade of Brocq is a unique hair loss condition, but its cause and development are still not fully understood.
research Tinea capitis mimicking dissecting cellulitis of the scalp: a histopathologic pitfall when evaluating alopecia in the post‐pubertal patient
A fungal infection can look like a different scalp condition in teens, leading to wrong treatment until proper tests are done.
research Leishmaniasis in a dog native to Colorado
A dog in Colorado was diagnosed with leishmaniasis, suggesting the disease might be present in the state.
research Effect of betulin oil on hair growth in hypothyroidism- a long-term blinded pilot study
Betulin oil doesn't stop hair loss or help regrow hair in hypothyroidism.
research Trichodysplasia Spinulosa: Rare Presentation of Polyomavirus Infection in Immunocompromised Patients
Antiviral medication valganciclovir may improve skin and hair in Trichodysplasia Spinulosa patients.
research The Pathogenesis of Primary Cicatricial Alopecias
The document concludes that more research is needed to better understand and treat primary cicatricial alopecias, and suggests a possible reclassification based on molecular pathways.
research Management of primary cicatricial alopecias: options for treatment
There are many treatments for permanent hair loss disorders, but their effectiveness varies and there's no clear best option.
research Histopathologic Evaluation of Alopecias
The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of different types of hair loss requires careful examination of hair and scalp tissue, considering both clinical and microscopic features.
research Evaluation and diagnosis of the hair loss patient
Trichoscopy is a quick, cost-effective tool for diagnosing different hair loss conditions.
research Common causes of hair loss – clinical manifestations, trichoscopy and therapy
The document concludes that understanding and treating hair loss requires recognizing its various types and using appropriate diagnostic tools and treatments.
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 Treatment strategies for alopecia
Some treatments work for common baldness, but there's less evidence for other hair loss types, and more research is needed.
research Unique Cutaneous Reaction to Second- and Third-Generation Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors for Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
Certain leukemia drugs can cause severe skin reactions that may require stopping treatment.
research Follicular and Scarring Disorders in Skin of Color: Presentation and Management
The conclusion is that better understanding and more research are needed to effectively manage follicular and scarring disorders in skin of color, with an emphasis on patient education and cultural awareness.
research Cicatricial Alopecia Research Foundation meeting, May 2016: Progress towards the diagnosis, treatment and cure of primary cicatricial alopecias
The meeting focused on understanding, diagnosing, and finding treatments for irreversible hair loss diseases.
research Approach to Hair Loss in Women of Color
Proper education can prevent traction alopecia in women of color.
research Treatments options for alopecia
The document concludes that oral finasteride and topical minoxidil are effective for genetic hair loss, while other treatments for different types of hair loss show promise but need more research.
research Demodex Folliculitis of the Scalp: Clinicopathological Study of an Uncommon Entity
Demodex mites rarely cause scalp infections leading to hair loss, but when they do, treatment is effective.
research Primary scalp alopecia: new histopathological tools, new concepts and a practical guide to diagnosis
The document concludes that new methods improve the accuracy of diagnosing scalp alopecia and challenges the old way of classifying it.