research British Association of Dermatologists’ guidelines for the management of alopecia areata 2012
Guidelines suggest various treatments for alopecia areata, but leaving it untreated is also an option as 80% cases may recover on their own.
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research Long-term complications of Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis (SJS/TEN): the spectrum of chronic problems in patients who survive an episode of SJS/TEN necessitates multidisciplinary follow-up
Survivors of Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis need ongoing care for various long-term health problems.
research Lichen Planopilaris and Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia as Model Epithelial Stem Cell Diseases
Lichen Planopilaris and Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia may help us understand hair follicle stem cell disorders and suggest new treatments.
research Sequelae of COVID-19 among previously hospitalized patients up to 1 year after discharge: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Many COVID-19 survivors experience long-term symptoms like fatigue and sleep issues, needing ongoing medical support.
research 5α-Reduced glucocorticoids: a story of natural selection
Natural 5α-reduced glucocorticoids might be anti-inflammatory with fewer side effects than current options.
research Period problems: disorders of menstruation in adolescents
Menstrual disorders are common in adolescents and can be influenced by weight, activity, and health issues, requiring careful evaluation and more research for effective treatment.
research Androgenetic alopecia: new insights into the pathogenesis and mechanism of hair loss
New model shows muscle affects hair loss differently in men and women.
research Spectrum and burden of dermatophytes in children
The document concludes that terbinafine is effective for treating scalp fungal infections in children and recommends not excluding them from school during treatment, while also highlighting the need for updated treatment guidelines due to changing infection patterns.
research Advanced Inhibition of Undesired Human Hair Growth by PPARγ Modulation?
GMG-43AC may help reduce unwanted hair growth and treat certain hair loss conditions.
research Practical issues for emollient therapy in dry and itchy skin
Nurses should know about different moisturizers to help patients with dry, itchy skin choose the best one.
research Exploring pericyte and cardiac stem cell secretome unveils new tactics for drug discovery
New drugs for heart disease may be developed from molecules secreted by stem cells.
research Cholesterol homeostasis: Links to hair follicle biology and hair disorders
Cholesterol balance is important for hair health, and problems with it can lead to hair loss conditions.
research The metabolic syndrome- associated small G protein ARL15 plays a role in adipocyte differentiation and adiponectin secretion
ARL15 is important for fat cell development and the release of the hormone adiponectin.
research Contact allergy to essential oils cannot always be predicted from allergy to fragrance markers in the baseline series
Allergies to some essential oils may not be found with standard fragrance tests.
research Dysplastic nevi, cutaneous melanoma, and other skin neoplasms in patients with myotonic dystrophy type 1: A cross-sectional study
People with myotonic dystrophy type 1 have a higher chance of getting skin tumors, including melanoma.
research Treatment of frontal fibrosing alopecia and lichen planopilaris
The critique highlights an error in a review about hair loss treatment, stressing the need for accurate information and caution due to poor evidence quality.
research New developments in the treatment of systemic lupus erythematosus
New treatments for lupus show promise, but more research is needed, especially for children.
research The significance of the apelinergic system in doxorubicin-induced cardiotoxicity
The apelinergic system might protect the heart from damage caused by doxorubicin.
research The current state of play in the histopathologic assessment of alopecia: two for one or one for two?
The document concludes that choosing the right biopsy site is crucial for accurate alopecia diagnosis, and combining methods can improve results.
research Sexuality and old age
Older adults still engage in sexual activities but face challenges like health issues and lack of professional support, highlighting the need for better healthcare provider education and research on sexual fulfillment in old age.
research Usefulness of the vasodilator minoxidil in resistant hypertension
Minoxidil effectively lowers blood pressure in resistant cases, but needs beta-blocker and diuretic support.
research Use of beard hair as a donor source to camouflage the linear scars of follicular unit hair transplant
Beard hair can effectively hide hair transplant scars.
research Autoimmune gastritis and parietal cell reactivity in two children with abnormal intestinal permeability
Children with autoimmune gastritis showed improved intestinal health over time and should be checked for other autoimmune conditions.
research Alopecia areata incognita in Cronkhite-Canada syndrome
The report suggests that hair loss in Cronkhite-Canada syndrome may be caused by alopecia areata incognita, as shown by a patient's improvement with treatment.
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.
research Skin eruptions specific to pregnancy: an overview
Pregnancy can cause unique skin issues, some of which may risk the mother and baby's health and need careful treatment.
research Spironolactone May Reduce the Risk of Incident Rosacea
Spironolactone might lower the chance of getting rosacea.
research Sub-acute cutaneous lupus erythematosus following nitrofurantoin: causative or coincidental?
Nitrofurantoin may cause sub-acute cutaneous lupus erythematosus.
research Reply to ‘Frontal fibrosing alopecia’
Smoking doesn't cause or prevent Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia, hormonal imbalance may be involved, and a combination of antiandrogens and steroids can help stabilize the condition.
research Acute alopecia due to metformin treatment for polycystic ovarian syndrome
Metformin can cause hair loss in some women with PCOS.