research Immunology of alopecia areata
Alopecia areata, a type of hair loss, is likely an autoimmune disease with a genetic link, but its exact cause is still unknown.
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research Porokeratotic adnexal ostial naevus: review on the entity and therapeutic approach
Laser treatments are the most effective for porokeratotic adnexal ostial nevus.
research Genetic variants in pachyonychia congenita-associated keratins increase susceptibility to tooth decay
Certain genetic variants in keratins increase the risk of tooth decay.
research Dermoscopic findings of alopecia areata in dark skinned individuals: An analysis of 116 cases
The study concluded that yellow dots are a common and useful sign for diagnosing alopecia areata in dark-skinned individuals and may indicate the severity of the condition.
research Investigation of four novel male androgenetic alopecia susceptibility loci: no association with female pattern hair loss
No link found between new male baldness genes and female hair loss.
research Pseudoxanthoma-like late-onset focal dermal elastosis
A woman had a skin condition with increased normal elastic fibers, not related to other known disorders, likely due to aging.
research Sequential high‐ and low‐dose systemic corticosteroid therapy for severe childhood alopecia areata
High and low doses of prednisolone helped 62% of children with severe alopecia regrow hair with some weight gain and mild acne as side effects.
research Itraconazole therapy for recalcitrant dermatophyte infections
Itraconazole helps improve tough skin infections but may not prevent them from coming back.
research Sensitization to saw palmetto and minoxidil in separate topical extemporaneous treatments for androgenetic alopecia
Saw palmetto causes allergic reaction, minoxidil causes skin irritation; use cautiously for hair loss.
research Pediatric Lichen Planopilaris: Clinicopathologic Study of Four New Cases and a Review of the Literature
Lichen Planopilaris in teens is rare, often misdiagnosed, and responds well to steroids.
research Histopathological insights into hair loss in Cronkhite-Canada syndrome: Diffuse anagen-telogen conversion precedes clinical hair loss progression
Hair loss in Cronkhite-Canada syndrome is reversible by treating the gut issues and doesn't need steroid treatment for the hair itself.
research Trichotillomania
Trichotillomania, a disorder where people compulsively pull out their own hair, often starts around age 12, is more common in adult females, and can be treated with behavior therapy and medication.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata: A Review
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) could potentially help regrow hair in people with Alopecia Areata, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness.
research Serum level of interleukin-15 in active alopecia areata patients and its relation to age, sex, and disease severity
Higher interleukin-15 levels are linked to more severe alopecia areata, but not to age or gender.
research Sebaceous gland abnormalities in fatty acyl CoA reductase 2 (Far2) null mice result in primary cicatricial alopecia
Deleting the Far2 gene in mice causes sebaceous gland issues and patchy hair loss.
research The nutritional biochemistry of wool and hair follicles
Nutrients like vitamins, copper, zinc, and amino acids are crucial for healthy hair and wool growth.
research Alopecia Areata
The cause of alopecia areata was unknown, and while various treatments existed, no best treatment was agreed upon.
research Dermoscopic findings in female androgenetic alopecia
Dermoscopy effectively diagnoses and evaluates female hair loss treatment.
research Videodermoscopy Scalp Psoriasis Severity Index (VSCAPSI): A useful tool for evaluation of scalp psoriasis
The VSCAPSI is a helpful method for evaluating the severity of scalp psoriasis.
research Topical Treatments for Scalp Psoriasis
Some topical treatments like corticosteroids and vitamin D analogues are effective for scalp psoriasis, but more long-term data is needed.
research Psychoactive drugs and skin
Some psychoactive drugs can cause skin reactions, with carbamazepine having a higher risk, and stopping the drug and seeing a dermatologist is important.
research Anaemia and skin disease
Some skin diseases and anaemia are related, and treating the skin condition can often improve the anaemia.
research Eyelash alopecia areata: case series and literature review
Eyelash alopecia areata often goes undiagnosed and can lead to complete eyelash regrowth, especially in younger patients.
research The eye and the skin in endocrine metabolic diseases
Diabetes can lead to blindness and skin problems, and managing blood sugar and blood pressure is crucial to prevent these complications.
research Use of Vitamins and Minerals in the Treatment of Hair Loss: A Cross-Sectional Survey among Dermatologists in Saudi Arabia
Many dermatologists in Saudi Arabia recommend vitamins and minerals for hair loss, often based on personal experience rather than strong evidence.
research Selected variants of the melanocortin 4 receptor gene (MC4R) do not confer susceptibility to female pattern hair loss
MC4R gene variants not linked to female hair loss.
research Plucked Human Hair Shafts and Biomolecular Medical Research
Human hair follicles may provide a noninvasive way to diagnose diseases and have potential in regenerative medicine.
research Frontal fibrosing alopecia: a review of eleven patients
Most treatments for Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia are ineffective, but early anti-inflammatory therapy may help and the condition may stabilize over time.
research Fractional Laser-assisted Hair Regrowth and Microneedling for the Treatment of Alopecia Areata: A Review
Fractional lasers and microneedling, combined with topical agents, could potentially treat Alopecia Areata effectively, but more research is needed due to limited data.
research Hair Follicle Miniaturization in a Woolly Hair Nevus
The boy with woolly hair nevus had thinner hair and abnormal hair follicles, which improved with treatment but worsened when treatment stopped.