research Acquired progressive kinking of the hair in a prepubertal boy
A 10-year-old boy had the earliest reported case of hair that became progressively kinkier but eventually returned to normal on its own.
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research Hair loss and Hedgehog inhibitors: a class effect?
Hedgehog pathway inhibitors used for skin cancer can cause significant hair loss, which may improve after stopping the medication.
research Evaluation of insulin resistance in idiopathic hirsutism compared with polycystic ovary syndrome patients and healthy individuals
Insulin resistance is not more common in idiopathic hirsutism patients than in healthy individuals.
research Dermatopathia Pigmentosa Reticularis with Salzmann’s nodular degeneration of cornea: A rare association
An 11-year-old girl with a rare skin disorder also had cornea issues and dry eye, needing careful management.
research Encephalocraniocutaneous lipomatosis: congenital alopecia treatment in a rare neurocutaneous syndrome
A girl with a rare syndrome had successful hair loss treatment with no relapse after 4 years.
research Angiogenesis and minoxidil
Minoxidil might cause blood vessel-related skin lesions when applied to the scalp.
research Congenital Combined Melanocytic Nevus of the Scalp With Associated Alopecia Areata
A man with a birthmark on his scalp developed hair loss that improved with treatment, but the link between the birthmark and hair loss was unclear.
research Nuclear Topology, Epigenetics, and Keratinocyte Differentiation
Nuclear shape and chromatin changes affect gene expression in skin cell differentiation.
research Multiple desmoplastic trichoepitheliomas with ossification and cholesterol deposition
A man had rare skin tumors with bone formation and cholesterol deposits.
research Double Dosing
Taking the same medication under different brand names caused harmful side effects.
research Intermittent nitrate transdermal therapy
Using minoxidil for hair growth may cause skin lesions in some people, and taking breaks from nitrate patches for angina might worsen symptoms.
research Creatine phosphokinase levels and isotretinoin therapy
Isotretinoin can raise CPK levels, so patients need monitoring, especially before surgery.
research Alopecia areata
Baricitinib shows promise for severe alopecia areata but isn't a cure and has side effects.
research Index
The document is a detailed medical reference on skin and genetic disorders.
research British Society for Paediatric Dermatology Annual Meeting, Sheffield, 18-19 November 2016
The meeting highlighted the importance of genetic testing and multidisciplinary approaches in pediatric dermatology.
research Abnormal fingerprints and immigration delay disease
Many adult women experience unexplained excessive hair shedding, often starting before age 40.
research Decades of progressive red and yellow nodules
A 72-year-old man was diagnosed with a rare skin form of Rosai-Dorfman disease after years of misdiagnosis.
research Comparison differentiated osteoblast from adipose stem cells and normal osteoblast
Glycoconjugates help heal hair follicles during skin repair.
research Hair shedding in women
About 30% of women feel they lose too much hair, often starting before age 40, and most can't find a reason for it.
research Predictors of sentinel lymph node metastasis in melanoma
Thicker melanomas and nodular types are more likely to spread to sentinel lymph nodes.
research Aesthetic Mesotherapy and Injection Lipolysis in Clinical Practice
The book gives a basic overview of mesotherapy and fat-dissolving injections but lacks detailed guidance and effectiveness comparisons for practitioners.
research Research Snippets
New gene mutations linked to skin conditions were found, bacteria and chemicals may worsen acne, a dog mutation could exist in humans, virus-like elements might be involved in psoriasis, and a vitamin D3 treatment doesn't prevent chemotherapy-related hair loss.
research BOOK REVIEWS
The document concludes that "Photodamage" and "Photoimmunology" are valuable resources, while "Pediatric Dermatopathology" and "Hair and Scalp Disorders" have limitations.
research Farmácia São Lázaro - Porto e nos Serviços Farmacêuticos do Hospital Privado de Vila Real (Grupo Trofa Saúde) - Vila Real
Continuous use of finasteride and minoxidil is effective for treating androgenetic alopecia.
research Consensus on women’s health aspects of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS): the Amsterdam ESHRE/ASRM-Sponsored 3rd PCOS Consensus Workshop Group
Experts agree that PCOS affects women's health in complex ways, but more research is needed to understand and treat it effectively.
research The human keratins: biology and pathology
Keratins are crucial for cell stability, wound healing, and cancer diagnosis.
research The Nuts and Bolts of Low-level Laser (Light) Therapy
Low-level Laser Therapy may help reduce inflammation, pain, and aid healing, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness and establish standard treatment guidelines.
research Erasing the methyl mark: histone demethylases at the center of cellular differentiation and disease
Histone demethylases can change gene expression and may be linked to diseases like cancer.
research Vitiligo: A comprehensive overview
Vitiligo is a skin condition causing white spots, more common in women, often starts before age 20, and can affect mental health.
research Stem Cells and the Niche: A Dynamic Duo
Stem cell niches are crucial for regulating stem cell behavior and tissue health, and their decline can impact aging and cancer.