research Topical imiquimod—Be aware of the unexpected
A woman had a severe skin reaction from the drug imiquimod, used for skin cancer, highlighting the need for awareness of rare but serious side effects.
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research Implanon® and alopecia
The contraceptive implant Implanon may be linked to hair loss, but the reported case of alopecia could be unrelated to the implant.
research Coexistence of bullous pemphigoid, intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma, and alopecia areata: a case report of multifactorial autoimmunity in a surgical context
Bullous pemphigoid, intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma, and alopecia areata may share immune-related causes.
research BH16 Central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia and fibroproliferative disorders: exploring the association with uterine leiomyomas
Black women with CCCA are more likely to have uterine fibroids.
research BH03 Lipoedematous scalp occurring in two female siblings: further evidence of a genetic role?
Two sisters with lipoedematous scalp suggest a genetic influence in the condition.
research P50 Difficult to diagnose SLE manifestations associated with cardiac arrest, myocarditis, chronic pericarditis, polyneuropathy
Accurate diagnosis of SLE requires extensive testing due to its complex symptoms.
research Encouraging self-care through charity
Charities help patients manage their own health by providing resources and support.
research A prospective study of daylight photodynamic therapy for treatment of actinic keratoses in an Irish population
Daylight photodynamic therapy is effective and well-tolerated for treating actinic keratoses with minimal side effects.
research Mucocutaneous manifestations in juvenile-onset systemic lupus erythematosus: a review of literature
Skin symptoms are important for diagnosing and managing juvenile-onset systemic lupus erythematosus and usually get better with treatment.
research Hair loss after terbinafine treatment
Terbinafine can cause hair loss.
research Awareness, knowledge, and perceptions of alopecia among UK postgraduate students: a cross-sectional study
UK postgraduate health students have limited understanding of alopecia, with many misconceptions, highlighting the need for better awareness.
research Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Head and Neck: A Retrospective Analysis of Loco-Regional Recurrences and Survival Rates Over a Consecutive 10-Year Period
Understanding factors affecting recurrence and survival can improve treatment for head and neck skin cancer.
research Female hair loss
The document concludes that diagnosing female hair loss requires careful examination, with treatments varying by condition and psychological support often necessary.
research British Hair and Nail Society
The document concludes that scalp conditions have various causes and can present in many different ways.
research Oral cyclosporin does not arrest progression of androgenetic alopecia
Cyclosporin doesn't stop hair loss.
research British A ssociation of D ermatologists' guidelines for the management of tinea capitis 2014
Accurate diagnosis and effective oral treatment are key to managing tinea capitis and preventing its spread.
research Impact of the Different Preparation Methods to Obtain Autologous Non-Activated Platelet-Rich Plasma (A-PRP) and Activated Platelet-Rich Plasma (AA-PRP) in Plastic Surgery: Wound Healing and Hair Regrowth Evaluation
Different methods of preparing Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) can affect wound healing and hair regrowth in plastic surgery. Using a kit with specific standards helps isolate PRP that meets quality criteria. Non-Activated PRP and Activated PRP have varying effects depending on the tissue and condition treated. For hair regrowth, Non-Activated PRP increased hair density more than Activated PRP. Both treatments improved various aspects of scalp health.
research De novo single-nucleotide and copy number variation in discordant monozygotic twins reveals disease-related genes
The research found genetic differences in identical twins that could explain why one twin has a disease while the other does not.
research What does acne genetics teach us about disease pathogenesis?
Acne is significantly influenced by genetics, and understanding its genetic basis could lead to better, targeted treatments.
research Hair and scalp disorders in women of African descent: an overview
The document concludes that clinicians should be aware of common hair and scalp disorders in women of African descent and that more research is needed to develop effective treatments.
research Hair Loss in Patients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease
People with Inflammatory Bowel Disease often lose hair due to stress, medication side effects, or lack of nutrients, and treatment depends on the specific cause.
research Lessons Learned from the First Decade of Laser-Assisted Drug Delivery
Laser-assisted drug delivery has shown improved treatment outcomes for skin conditions and has potential to reduce side effects and treatment time.
research The treatment of acne
Early treatment of acne is important to prevent scarring and improve appearance, using medications that can have side effects.
research Intracrine Testosterone Activation in Human Pancreatic β-Cells Stimulates Insulin Secretion
Testosterone helps human pancreatic cells increase insulin release.
research Can UK undergraduate dental programmes provide training in non-surgical facial aesthetics?
Most UK dental schools don't teach non-surgical facial aesthetics, but dentists have a good knowledge base to provide these services.
research Shame and diabetes self-management
Feeling shame can make it harder for people with diabetes to take care of their health.
research Dovobet ointment under occlusion overnight for troublesome scalp psoriasis
Dovobet ointment used overnight effectively reduces scalp psoriasis severity and itch.
research Acrodermatitis continua resistant to etanercept: Therapeutic challenge and Unfortunate outcome
A man with Acrodermatitis continua did not get better with etanercept treatment, and his condition worsened, suggesting treatment effectiveness may vary by genetics and race.
research Hair loss in children.
Children's hair loss can be caused by many factors, including autoimmune diseases, emotional stress, genetics, and infections, with treatment and prognosis varying.
research Five years after Keogh's review of regulation in the aesthetics sector, what has changed?
Some improvements in the aesthetics sector have been made, but patient protection is still lacking due to no compulsory register for practitioners and non-prescription dermal fillers.