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Reviewers criticized the study for its assumptions, social media data collection issues, and lack of comparison to existing methods.
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research Perifollicular erythematous papules on the scalp
The woman has a type of scarring hair loss with red bumps around hair follicles.
research The Use of Platelet Rich Plasma in Treating Hair Loss
Platelet Rich Plasma may help treat hair loss, but more detailed research is needed to confirm its effectiveness.
research Psychodermatology U.K.
Treating skin conditions with both psychological and dermatological care improves patient outcomes and can save costs.
research Hairy Math: Addition of Wnt-3a to Multiply Bulge Cells
Wnt-3a helps grow more skin stem cells, which could lead to new hair loss treatments.
research Protecting our specialty
Plastic surgeons should improve training and results to stand out and protect their field from other specialties.
research Stem Cells and Peripheral Nerve
Stem cells show promise for nerve injury treatment, but more research is needed before human use.
research Original Articles The application of platelet-rich plasma in the treatment of androgenic alopecia
PRP injections effectively improve hair growth in androgenic alopecia.
research Notes from the Editor Emeritus: What If 10% of Your Cases Were Lichen Planopilaris “Incognito”?
Up to 10% of hair loss patients might have early signs of a condition called Lichen Planopilaris.
research Reply to ‘What is the effect of obesity on the folliculosebaceous unit?’
Obesity is linked to more severe hair loss in adult men and to excess hair growth, but its effects on hair conditions are complex and need more research.
research What is it about your skin cancer that bothers you the most? 700 patients respond
Patients with nonmelanoma skin cancers are most bothered by fear of progression, appearance concerns, and having cancer.
research Risk factors for intraoperative floppy iris syndrome: One year prospective study
Certain medications, hypertension, and short eye length increase the risk of Intraoperative Floppy Iris Syndrome during cataract surgery.
research The High Cost of Health Care: Why Some Pay $240 for a $9 Bottle of Pills
Some people pay $240 for medication that costs $9 due to drug industry tactics and complicated healthcare policies.
research Becker nevus of the face with asymmetrical growth of beard hair
Certain gene variations may increase the risk of alopecia, and platelet-rich plasma treatment can improve hair density in those with hair loss; a rare case of facial Becker's nevus was linked to uneven beard growth.
research Hair Care and Cosmetics
Hair care products are important for appearance and self-esteem, and choosing the right ones can help maintain healthy hair.
research Ambiguous alopecia in a 36-year-old woman
The woman has unexplained hair loss and it's unclear what her condition is or how to treat it.
research Folliculitis decalvans: why is there no established treatment?
No established treatment effectively stops inflammation and prevents hair loss in folliculitis decalvans.
research IN OTHER JOURNALS
Some moles can disappear naturally, maintenance therapy for Stage 1 mycosis fungoides may not be necessary, allergic skin reactions in children are rising, weekly methotrexate for psoriasis is more effective than daily, long-term finasteride use improves hair growth with few side effects, and petrolatum improves UV therapy for psoriasis.
research Central hair loss in African American women: Incidence and potential risk factors
Some African American women experience central scalp hair loss, often linked to a history of fungal scalp infection.
research The effect of a dietary supplement containing nicotinamide (Cavalesse®), on the severity of the symptoms in horses suffering insect bite hypersensitivity.
The nicotinamide supplement did not reduce symptoms in horses with insect bite hypersensitivity.
research Clinical Q&A
Hair loss after bariatric surgery can be reduced by staying hydrated, eating enough protein, taking vitamins, managing stress, and possibly using biotin.
research PSS38 USE OF CALL CENTRE METHODOLOGY TO COLLECT QUALITY OF LIFE (QOL) DATA IN A CLINICAL TRIAL: A CASE STUDY OF PATIENTS WITH DIABETIC MACULAR EDEMA (DME)
Using a call center to collect data in a trial for eye disease in diabetics led to high response rates and very little missing information.
research JAAD Grand Rounds quiz∗
The document explains the diagnosis and characteristics of woolly hair nevus and alopecia neoplastica.
research Living longer, looking lovely
Caloric restriction may extend life but doesn't improve appearance, and modern eating habits need reevaluation.
research Carbobenzoxy-capped Phe-Lys(BODIPY TMR-X-acyloxymethyl ketone(QSY7)
Near-infrared probes can safely and effectively image cysteine protease activity for disease diagnosis.
research A Slippery Preventive Slope
Finasteride reduces prostate cancer risk but may increase high-grade cancer risk.
research PREVALENCIA DE APEGO AL TRATAMIENTO CON FINASTERIDA EN PACIENTES CON HIPERPLASIA BENIGNA DE PRÓSTATA DE UN SERVICIO DE UROLOGÍA DEL I.S.S.S.T.E.
Adherence to finasteride treatment for prostate issues is generally low.
research Primary Chemoprevention Still Lacks Favor with General Physicians & Patients
Chemoprevention is rarely used due to concerns about risks, side effects, and lack of clear guidelines.
research Table of Contents
Second-generation antipsychotics offer no significant benefit over first-generation ones for schizophrenia.
research Supplements That May Counteract Side Effects from Conventional Cancer Therapies
Some supplements may help reduce side effects of cancer treatments in pets.