research This month in JAAD Case Reports: October 2023—Central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia in Black men
CCCA affects Black men too, with a genetic link found in the PADI3 gene.
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300-330 / 1000+ resultsresearch A Woman With Nodules and Depressed Scars
The woman has a skin condition involving nodules, scars, and hair loss.
research Unveiling a Shared Precursor Condition for Acne Keloidalis Nuchae and Primary Cicatricial Alopecias
A condition with certain scalp changes may come before acne keloidalis nuchae and other similar hair loss disorders.
research Recurrent facial Microcystic adnexal carcinoma and hair transplantation on scar site
Hair transplantation can improve scars after removing a rare skin cancer.
research Hypertrichosis and Hyperpigmentation in the Periocular Area Associated with Travoprost Treatment
Using travoprost for glaucoma may cause extra hair growth and darker skin around the eyes, but these effects can reverse after stopping the drug.
research Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia: A Survey of Treatment Practices Among Dermatology Residents and Attending Physicians
There is no standard treatment for CCCA, and practices vary widely.
research An unusual eyelid swelling
A 47-year-old man's eyelid swelling didn't improve with basic treatments, so a biopsy was needed.
research Research on intraoperative iris behavior in rabbits treated with tamsulosin and finasteride.
Finasteride may increase iris billowing risk during surgery, similar to tamsulosin.
research Episodic Bilateral Corneal Edema Caused by Hair Groom Gel
research Corneal punctate epitheliopathy secondary to trichiasis following eyelash transplantation
Eyelash transplantation can cause eye damage and pain if not done carefully.
research Dutasteride/finasteride
Finasteride and dutasteride may cause macular abnormalities.
research LUNG IS A BATTLEFIELD: DIFFUSE ALVEOLAR HEMORRHAGE IN ANTIPHOSPHOLIPID SYNDROME
Early recognition and a team approach are crucial for managing diffuse alveolar hemorrhage in antiphospholipid syndrome.
research Subsurface detection of hair follicles in alopecia areata using optical coherence tomography
OCT can detect hidden hair follicles in alopecia areata, indicating potential hair regrowth.
research Therapeutic Efficacy of Spironolactone for Central Serous Chorioretinopathy
Spironolactone helps reduce fluid in the eye in Central Serous Chorioretinopathy, but doesn't improve vision and recurrence is common.
research Focal Photodamage on the Occipital Scalp
Baseball caps don't fully protect bald spots on the back of the head from sun damage; wear wide-brimmed hats or use sunscreen.
research Lymphocytic cicatricial alopecia: report of two cases
Early diagnosis and strong corticosteroids are crucial for managing lymphocytic cicatricial alopecia.
research Comorbidities in patients with central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia: a case–control study
Patients with central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia often have higher rates of metabolic, autoimmune, and atopic conditions, as well as anxiety and depression.
research 011 Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia (CCCA) Under the Scope: Histological Similarities between CCCA and Lichen Planopilaris
CCCA and lichen planopilaris have similar histological features, making them hard to distinguish.
research Macular Abnormalities Associated With 5α-Reductase Inhibitor
Using 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors, drugs for prostate issues and hair loss, may lead to eye abnormalities in men.
research Primary Follicular Dystrophy With Scarring Dermatitis in C57BL/6 Mouse Substrains Resembles Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia in Humans
Certain mouse strains develop a skin condition similar to a human hair loss disease due to genetic defects.
research Angiokeratomas Scroti Associated with Angiokeratomas of the Eyelids: Coincidence or One Entity? A Case Report and Review of the Literature
The report suggests that the same underlying issue in blood vessel support may cause angiokeratomas on both the scrotum and eyelids.
research Fallberichte
Bimatoprost eye drops can cause temporary eyelid changes and may help with hair growth research.
research Pituitary-dependent hyperadrenocorticism in a cat
The cat had a pituitary tumor causing hormone imbalance and related health issues.
research Oral medications for central serous chorioretinopathy: a literature review
Some oral medications may help treat central serous chorioretinopathy, especially eplerenone, but more research is needed.
research Segmental cherry angiomas associated with extragenital lichen sclerosus: A report of two cases
Two patients had a rare combination of red skin spots and white scaly skin lesions not on the genitals.
research Comorbidities in primary cicatricial alopecia: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Primary cicatricial alopecia is linked to various health issues, indicating broader systemic problems.
research Inverted Follicular Keratosis of the Lower Eyelid—A Diagnostic Conundrum
Inverted follicular keratosis on the eyelid can be cured with surgery and has a great prognosis.
research Loss of Msx2 Function Down-Regulates the FoxE3 Expression and Results in Anterior Segment Dysgenesis Resembling Peters Anomaly
Loss of Msx2 function causes eye development issues similar to Peters anomaly.
research The ophthalmological complications of targeted agents in cancer therapy: what do we need to know as ophthalmologists?
Cancer treatments can cause various eye problems, so eye doctors should know how to diagnose and treat these early.
research Patch test positive results in patients with biopsy‐proven central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia
Allergens might contribute to CCCA, so avoiding them could help manage the condition.