research Chronic Crusted Scalp Lesion of an Elderly Male
An elderly man's non-healing scalp lesion was successfully treated with a strong topical steroid.
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research Cells to Surgery Quiz: December 2017
Mohs micrographic surgery is effective for treating basal cell carcinoma on the eyelid, while radiotherapy has higher recurrence rates, and topical vitamin D3 may reduce and delay BCC formation in mice.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma in the Treatment of Hair Disorders
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) is becoming popular for treating hair loss and it's important for dermatologists to understand how it works and its safety.
research SnapshotDx Quiz: September 2016
Scalp psoriasis features reversible hair loss and specific immune activation, with no significant hair follicle damage.
research SnapshotDx Quiz: August 2016
Balding scalps show different gene expressions affecting hair growth compared to non-balding scalps.
research SnapshotDx Quiz: March 2016
JAK inhibitors may help treat alopecia areata by reversing hair loss.
research Prostaglandin D 2 Inhibits Hair Growth and Is Elevated in Bald Scalp of Men with Androgenetic Alopecia
PGD2 stops hair growth and is higher in bald men with AGA.
research Sept4/ ARTS Regulates Stem Cell Apoptosis and Skin Regeneration
Mice without the Sept4/ARTS gene heal wounds better due to more stem cells that don't die easily.
research Persistent erectile dysfunction in men exposed to the 5α-reductase inhibitors, finasteride, or dutasteride
Using finasteride or dutasteride may cause long-lasting erectile dysfunction.
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 Asymptomatic hyperprolactinemia resulting from macroprolactemia
Some patients with high prolactin levels don't show symptoms because they have a form of the hormone that's less active.
research Vellus hairs in the frontal scalp in early female pattern hair loss
More vellus hairs in frontal scalp indicate early female pattern hair loss.
research Aesthetic considerations in secondary procedures for gender reassignment
Secondary aesthetic surgeries for gender reassignment are generally satisfying and advance overall aesthetic surgery techniques, but psychological support is important.
research Finasteride and Suicide: A Postmarketing Case Series
Finasteride may increase suicide risk; more research needed.
research Six weeks finasteride monotherapy before TURP: Does it improve quality of life in early post operative period?
Finasteride before TURP reduces blood loss and slightly improves early postoperative quality of life.
research An Antifungal for Antidiuresis?
Fluconazole might be a new treatment for a type of diabetes that affects water balance in the body.
research Bilateral Burning Palmoplantar Lesions
The woman was diagnosed with lichen sclerosus, a rare skin condition, after initial misdiagnosis and ineffective treatments.
research New intranasal and injectable gene therapy for healthy life extension
Gene therapy in mice increased lifespan and improved health without causing cancer.
research Correlation between sebum level and severity of male androgenetic alopecia
Higher sebum levels are linked to more severe male baldness.
research The influence of valproic acid treatment on hair and serum zinc levels and serum biotinidase activity
Valproic acid treatment may cause temporary hair loss due to reduced zinc and biotinidase levels, which tend to normalize after 6 months.
research The Hair Follicle: An Underutilized Source of Cells and Materials for Regenerative Medicine
Hair follicles are valuable for regenerative medicine and wound healing.
research Effect of Surface Treatments on the Nanomechanical Properties of Human Hair
Bleaching and combing damage hair's surface and mechanical properties.
research Treatment of black hairy tongue with triamcinolone acetonide
Triamcinolone acetonide effectively treated black hairy tongue.
research Ca 2+ -mediated protein citrullination regulates proliferation in the regenerating and malignant CNS
Ca²⁺-mediated protein citrullination controls cell growth in the CNS and may help treat brain tumors.
research Perifollicular Melanocyte Regeneration in Bullous Pemphigoid
Melanocytes can regenerate around hair follicles in bullous pemphigoid, especially in patients with darker skin.
research New Publications
Male pattern baldness is mostly hereditary and treated with varying success.
research Emerging treatments in alopecia
New alopecia treatments aim for better results and fewer side effects.
research Impeding Glial Scarring Hyperplasia and Activating Axon Neogenesis via Immunomodulatory Microneedle Patch for Spinal Cord Repair
A new microneedle patch helps repair spinal cord injuries by reducing scarring and promoting nerve growth.
research Ancient Genomes Reveal the Evolutionary History and Origin of Cashmere-Producing Goats in China
Ancient Chinese goats evolved cashmere-producing traits due to selective breeding, particularly in genes affecting hair growth.
research Effect of the degree of acetylation on the physicochemical properties of α-chitin nanofibers
Lower acetylation makes chitin nanofibers thinner and more suitable for various uses.