research Hair pull test: Evidence-based update and revision of guidelines
The normal range for the hair pull test is 2 hairs or fewer, and washing or brushing hair before the test does not affect the results.
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330-360 / 1000+ results research Erosive Pustular Dermatosis of the Scalp-Like Eruption due to Gefitinib: Case Report and Review of the Literature of Alopecia Associated with EGFR Inhibitors
Stopping gefitinib improved scalp condition in a woman with lung cancer.
research Erosive pustular dermatosis (chronic atrophic dermatosis of the scalp and extremities)
Erosive pustular dermatosis is a rare skin disease that's hard to treat and affects the scalp or legs.
research The effect of treatment with an LH-RH agonist (Buserelin) on gonadal activity growth and bone maturation in children with central precocious puberty
Buserelin safely and effectively suppresses early puberty, potentially improving final height.
research Intense Pulsed Light: From the Past to the Future
Future clinical uses of Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) are likely to grow and become more effective with new advancements and combined treatments.
research Demodicosis in ferrets (Mustela putorius furo)
Amitraz effectively treated ferrets with demodicosis without side effects.
research Iron deficiency and diffuse nonscarring scalp alopecia in women: More pieces to the puzzle
The conclusion suggests a possible link between iron levels and hair health in women, recommending further research on iron supplementation for hair loss.
research Transglutaminase-3 Enzyme: A Putative Actor in Human Hair Shaft Scaffolding?
TGase 3 helps build hair structure by forming strong bonds between proteins.
research Combined oral pulse and topical corticosteroid therapy for severe alopecia areata in children: a long-term follow-up study
The combined therapy was effective and safe for children with severe alopecia areata.
research Partial Purification and Characterization of Two Distinct Types of Caspases from Human Epidermis
Two distinct caspases in human skin help with cell death and skin formation.
research Is There a Role for Antiandrogen Therapy for Hidradenitis Suppurativa? A Systematic Review of Published Data
Antiandrogen therapy for hidradenitis suppurativa lacks strong evidence and needs more research.
research Normal Pubertal Development in Daughters of Women With PCOS: A Controlled Study
Daughters of women with PCOS generally experience normal puberty but may have more body hair and different body fat distribution.
research Long-term remission of folliculitis decalvans after treatment with the long-pulsed Nd:YAG laser
Laser therapy may effectively treat persistent scalp inflammation.
research Prognostic factors in methylprednisolone pulse therapy for alopecia areata
Methylprednisolone pulse therapy works best for recent and specific types of severe alopecia areata.
research Micropigmentation: Tattooing for Medical Purposes
Medical tattooing is a widely accepted, easy, and permanent treatment with few side effects but carries an infection risk without proper sterilization.
research A systematic review and meta-analysis on the effects of the ultra-pulse CO2 fractional laser in the treatment of depressed acne scars
Ultra-pulse CO2 fractional laser improves acne scars with minimal side effects and faster healing.
research Acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis induced by hydroxychloroquine prescribed for COVID-19
A patient developed a severe skin reaction and died after taking hydroxychloroquine for COVID-19.
research Activation of TRPV3 Inhibits Lipogenesis and Stimulates Production of Inflammatory Mediators in Human Sebocytes—A Putative Contributor to Dry Skin Dermatoses
Activating TRPV3 reduces skin oil production and increases inflammation, potentially causing dry skin issues.
research The use of auto-antibody testing in the evaluation of interstitial lung disease (ILD) – A practical approach for the pulmonologist
Auto-antibody testing is a useful but not definitive tool in diagnosing interstitial lung diseases, and using a specific algorithm could make testing more cost-effective.
research Seasonal fiber growth cycles of ferrets (Mustela putorius furo) and long‐term effects of melatonin treatment
Melatonin treatment made ferrets grow their fur earlier and affected their breeding time.
research Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp: A neutrophilic folliculitis within the spectrum of neutrophilic dermatoses
Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp is a type of skin inflammation often confused with other conditions, requiring continuous treatment.
research METHOTREXATE FOR GENERALIZED PUSTULAR PSORIASIS IN A 2-YEAR-OLD CHILD
Methotrexate effectively treated a 2-year-old's generalized pustular psoriasis without side effects.
research Electrochemical studies on minoxidil and its determination in tablets by differential-pulse polarography
Method measures minoxidil in tablets accurately and easily.
research Gonadotropin releasing hormone agonist (nafarelin) test to differentiate gonadotropin deficiency from constitutionally delayed puberty in teen-age boys--a clinical research center study.
The nafarelin test can reliably distinguish between gonadotropin deficiency and delayed puberty in teenage boys.
research Hair Cortisol Concentration in Healthy Children and Adolescents Is Related to Puberty, Age, Gender, and Body Mass Index
Hair cortisol levels in children are influenced by puberty, age, gender, and body mass index.
research A missing piece: the spiny mouse and the puzzle of menstruating species
The spiny mouse is a unique menstruating rodent that can help us understand menstruation and reproductive disorders.
research Lupus and Pulmonary Nodules Consistent With Bronchiolitis Obliterans Organizing Pneumonia Induced by Carbamazepine
Carbamazepine may cause lung problems and lupus-like symptoms, which can improve after stopping the drug.
research A use-and-transformation model for evaluating public R&D: Illustrations from polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) research
The document suggests a new model for evaluating public research that better captures the full value of knowledge creation and use, using PCOS research as an example.
research MANAGEMENT OF ENDOCRINE DISEASE: Diagnosis and management of primary amenorrhea and female delayed puberty
Primary amenorrhea and delayed puberty in females can be diagnosed and managed effectively.
research Erosive pustular dermatosis and associated alopecia successfully treated with topical tacrolimus
Topical tacrolimus can effectively treat erosive pustular dermatosis and related hair loss.