research Reflectance confocal microscopy assessment of alopecia: A case report
Reflectance confocal microscopy helped diagnose and manage a woman's hair loss without needing a biopsy.
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research Spironolactone use and the risk of breast cancer
Spironolactone use is not linked to an increased risk of breast cancer, but caution is advised for high-risk patients.
research Skin diseases associated with Agent Orange and other organochlorine exposures.
Certain skin diseases are linked to Agent Orange and similar chemicals; veterans should be screened and informed about uncertain risks, and current data doesn't link spironolactone with breast cancer.
research Skin fragility, diffuse ecchymosis and blisters on a yellowish waxy base
A woman's skin symptoms led to a diagnosis of systemic AL amyloidosis, but she died from sepsis shortly after.
research Use of smartphones in telemedicine: Comparative study between standard and teledermatological evaluation of high-complex care hospital inpatients
Low-cost videomicroscopes might not be reliable for examining scalp disorders compared to standard methods.
research A national survey of teledermatology education in United States residency programs
Low-cost videomicroscopes may not be reliable for diagnosing scalp disorders, smartphones could be reasonable for teledermatology, and U.S. residency programs need more teledermatology training.
research Use of low cost videomicroscopy vs standard videodermatoscopy in trichoscopy: A controlled, blinded noninferiority trial
Low-cost videomicroscopy may not be reliable for diagnosing hair loss compared to standard videodermatoscopy.
research A pilot study examining the educational impact of an evidence-based lymphedema booklet for newly diagnosed melanoma patients
The booklet increased melanoma patients' knowledge about lymphedema by 13%.
research News updates
Early exposure to germs may protect against autoimmune diseases, lack of sex increases alcohol preference in fruit flies, a potential baldness treatment could involve blocking a specific receptor, skin memory cells help prevent re-infection, high-fat diets can affect brain cells related to weight, and the link between social status, stress, and heart disease in primates is unclear.
research Evaluation of the activity of laser light doses compared to an inactive control dose on ex vivo hair growth
Low-level laser therapy increased hair growth compared to no treatment.
research Hair care practices in different populations: What makes a difference?
Social or cultural norms, not hair type, more likely influence how often people wash their hair.
research Efficacy of topical nanoemulsion (NB-002) for the treatment of distal subungual onychomycosis: A randomized, double-blind, vehicle-controlled trial
NB-002 is a promising new topical treatment for fungal nail infections, showing better results than a non-medicated option.
research A randomized, placebo- and active-controlled, parallel-group, multicenter, investigator-blinded study of four treatment regimens of posaconazole in adults with toenail onychomycosis
Posaconazole is a promising new treatment for toenail fungus.
research Abstracts Presented at the 12th Joint Meeting of the International Society of Dermatopathology, March 4-5, 2009, Marines Memorial Club & Hotel, San Francisco, CA, USA
Mast cells play a significant role in hair loss conditions like male pattern hair loss and alopecia areata.
research COMMENTARY
The Core Curriculum for Hair Restoration Surgery aims to improve doctor training for better, safer, and more natural-looking hair loss treatments.
research Australian Hair and Wool Research Society Cutaneous Biology and Endocrinology Workshop
The workshop highlighted the genetic links and psychological impacts of hair loss and skin disorders.
research Androgen sensitivity gateway to COVID‐19 disease severity
Men's sensitivity to male hormones might affect how severe COVID-19 gets for them.
research Pharmacological Activity and Clinical Use of PDRN
PDRN helps repair tissue and improve wound healing with a high safety profile.
research Long-Term Epilation Using the EpiLight Broad Band, Intense Pulsed Light Hair Removal System
The EpiLight Hair Removal System removed about 60% of hair with some side effects, and more research is needed to confirm long-term effectiveness.
research Nanotechnology in Dermatology
Nanotechnology in dermatology shows promise for better drug delivery and treatment effectiveness but requires more safety research.
research Effects of Nitric Oxide on Skin Burn Wound Healing
Nitric oxide gel helps heal skin burns faster by improving skin growth, hair regrowth, and blood vessel formation.
research The Pharmacology of Regenerative Medicine
Regenerative pharmacology, which combines drugs with regenerative medicine, shows promise for repairing damaged body parts and needs more interdisciplinary research.
research Alternative treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome: pre-clinical and clinical basis for using plant-based drugs
Plant-based drugs are effective and safe alternatives for managing PCOS symptoms.
research Post-finasteride syndrome and post-SSRI sexual dysfunction: two sides of the same coin?
PFS and PSSD are similar conditions with persistent sexual dysfunction after stopping medication.
research MINOXIDIL: HOPE FOR THE BALD?
Minoxidil helps some bald men, but most lose hair again when stopping.
research Development and characterization of minoxidil-loaded liposomal system for delivery to pilosebaceous units
Minoxidil-loaded liposomes effectively deliver to hair follicles, potentially improving hair growth and treating alopecia.
research Green Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles Using Grewia optiva Leaf Aqueous Extract and Isolated Compounds as Reducing Agent and Their Biological Activities
Silver nanoparticles made from Grewia optiva leaf extract show strong antibacterial, antioxidant, and hair growth benefits.
research Protein disulphide isomerase-mediated grafting of cysteine-containing peptides onto over-bleached hair
PDI helps restore over-bleached hair's strength and structure by attaching special peptides.
research THE ENDOCRINE SYSTEM AND HAIR GROWTH IN THE RAT
Male rats grow hair faster than females, and certain hormones can slow or slightly increase hair growth, but not significantly beyond natural rates.
research Insulin-like growth factor-1: roles in androgenetic alopecia
IGF-1 affects hair loss and could be a potential treatment.