research Androgenetic alopecia - just a cosmetic defect or a biomarker and risk factor for systemic diseases? - literature review
Androgenetic alopecia may indicate higher risk for certain diseases and mental health issues.
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More skin lesions in lupus patients may indicate higher disease activity.
research Bicalutamide 25 mg associated with minoxidil 1 mg versus minoxidil 1 mg for female-pattern hair loss: A randomized double-blind clinical trial
Bicalutamide added no extra benefit over minoxidil alone for female-pattern hair loss.
research Evaluating the psychosocial impact of gender‐affirming dermatology treatments: A systematic review
Gender-affirming dermatology treatments generally improve mental well-being for transgender individuals, but more research is needed.
research Tacrolimus monitoring in hair samples of kidney transplant recipients
Hair samples can reliably monitor tacrolimus levels in kidney transplant patients.
research The anatomical distribution of lentiginous melanoma (lentigo maligna and lentigo maligna melanoma): Differences according to sex
Lentiginous melanoma is most common on the face, especially the nose, cheek, and pre-auricular areas, with men more likely to have it on the scalp, ears, upper back, and trapezius, and women on the cheek and anterior arm. Sun damage is a key factor in its formation.
research Proceedings of the Ninth World Congress for Hair Research (2015)
The 2015 Hair Research Congress concluded that stem cells, maraviroc, and simvastatin could potentially treat Alopecia Areata, topical minoxidil, finasteride, and steroids could treat Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia, and PTGDR2 antagonists could also treat alopecia. They also found that low-level light therapy could help with hair loss, a robotic device could assist in hair extraction, and nutrition could aid hair growth. They suggested that Alopecia Areata is an inflammatory disorder, not a single disease, indicating a need for personalized treatments.
research Comorbidities in Androgenetic Alopecia: A Comprehensive Review
Androgenetic alopecia is linked to heart disease, metabolic issues, and mental health problems.
research Beau’s Lines and COVID-19; A Systematic Review on Their Association
Beau's lines on nails may indicate severe COVID-19 or vaccination response.
research The Scalp as a Donor Site in Pediatric Burns: Systematic Review of the Literature and Proposal of a Management Algorithm
The scalp is a safe and effective donor site for skin grafts in children with burns.