research Tinea capitis in adult women masquerading as bacterial pyoderma
Tinea capitis can be misdiagnosed as bacterial infection in adult women but is treatable with antifungal medication.
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research Acute hair loss on the limbs in frontal fibrosing alopecia: a clinicopathological study of two cases
Frontal fibrosing alopecia can cause sudden hair loss on limbs, similar to scalp hair loss.
research Trichoscopic findings of androgenetic alopecia and their association with disease severity
Hair thickness differences help diagnose hair loss severity.
research A review of monochromatic light devices for the treatment of alopecia areata
Monochromatic light devices, especially the 308-nm excimer laser, are promising for treating alopecia areata but more research is needed.
research Quality of life and psychosocial impact of scarring and non‐scarring alopecia in women
Women with scarring alopecia have a lower quality of life and more anxiety and depression than those with non-scarring alopecia.
research HAIR DISEASES
Most hair loss can be diagnosed with patient history and physical exam, and a few common types make up most cases.
research Measurement of hair growth
Scalp hair grows at 0.37 mm/day, forearm hair at 0.18 mm/day, and thigh hair at 0.30 mm/day, with no significant differences found in people with certain hair conditions.
research Cicatricial alopecia
Permanent hair loss from cicatricial alopecia is treated by reducing inflammation and managing symptoms, but regrowth in scarred areas is unlikely.
research Oral finasteride improved the quality of life of androgenetic alopecia patients
Finasteride helps hair loss patients' quality of life.
research Sterol Intermediates of Cholesterol Biosynthesis Inhibit Hair Growth and Trigger an Innate Immune Response in Cicatricial Alopecia
Cholesterol-related compounds can stop hair growth and cause inflammation in a type of scarring hair loss.
research Evaluation of hair loss
Detailed patient history and physical exams are crucial for diagnosing hair loss.
research Investigation of aging effects in human hair using atomic force microscopy
Aging makes hair thinner and rougher, with less clear edges.
research Female Adolescent Hair Disorders
Quick treatment of hair disorders in teenage girls is important because of the emotional effects.
research Spatial Distribution and Functional Impact of Human Scalp Hair Follicle Microbiota
Scalp hair follicle microbes affect hair health and could be used for treatments.
research Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp successfully treated with oral prednisone and topical tacrolimus
Scalp condition healed with prednisone and tacrolimus.
research A Technique for Reconstruction of Eyebrows and Eyelashes
The document concludes that hair follicular unit transplantation is an effective method for eyebrow and eyelash reconstruction, with patients happy despite needing regular trimming.
research Essential of Hair Care Cosmetics
Hair care cosmetics affect hair health; know products, ingredients, and procedures.
research Syphilitic Alopecia: A Report of 5 Cases and a Review of the Literature
Syphilitic alopecia, linked to syphilis and high-risk sexual behavior, improves with penicillin treatment.
research Hair loss
The document concludes that hair loss is common and can be treated with medications like minoxidil or surgical options, and it significantly affects people's psychological well-being.
research Development of the Alopecia Areata Patient Priority Outcomes Instrument: A Qualitative Study
Researchers created a new tool to measure the effects of alopecia areata from the patient's view, focusing on hair loss, daily life, and emotional health.
research The Potential Relevance of the Microbiome to Hair Physiology and Regeneration: The Emerging Role of Metagenomics
Bacteria in our hair can affect its health and growth, and studying these bacteria could help us understand hair diseases better.
research IL-15 Prolongs Anagen, Stimulates Proliferation, and Suppresses Apoptosis in the Hair Matrix of Human Scalp Hair Follicles
IL-15 helps hair grow longer and stronger by extending the growth phase and reducing cell death.
research Low-dose oral minoxidil for treating alopecia: A 3-year North American retrospective case series
Low-dose oral minoxidil is an effective and well-tolerated treatment for hair growth in alopecia patients.
research Efficacy and safety of a new formulation kit (shampoo + lotion) containing anti‐inflammatory and antioxidant agents to treat hair loss
The new hair loss treatment kit was safe and improved hair growth without any adverse effects.
research Dermatologist and Patient Perceptions of Treatment Success in Alopecia Areata and Evaluation of Clinical Outcome Assessments in Japan
Both dermatologists and patients in Japan agree that treatment success for alopecia areata is having 20% or less scalp hair loss.
research Understanding the Characteristics of the Scalp for Developing Scalp Care Products
Improving the scalp's barrier function can help reduce dandruff and maintain scalp health.
research An overview of management of drug-induced hair and nail disorders
Cooling the scalp may prevent hair loss from chemotherapy, hair often grows back after treatment, and nail issues usually improve after stopping the drug.
research A Retrospective Comparative Study of Two Concentrations of Intralesional Triamcinolone Acetonide in the Treatment of Patchy Alopecia Areata on the Scalp
Both concentrations of triamcinolone acetonide are effective for hair regrowth in patchy alopecia areata, but 5 mg/mL is recommended to reduce side effects.
research Alopecia universalis as a side effect of pegylated interferon α-ribavirin combination therapy for hepatitis C: a rare case report
A man lost all his hair as a rare side effect after hepatitis C treatment.
research A rare cutis verticis gyrata secondary to cerebriform intradermal nevus: case report and literature review
A man's unusual scalp folds caused by a skin condition were treated with surgery and remained unchanged two years later.