research The Itchy Scalp
Up to half of people experience itchy scalp, often due to skin conditions like seborrheic dermatitis or psoriasis, and treatments vary based on the specific cause.
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research Safety and efficacy of actinic keratoses reduction with a 3 day application of ingenol disoxate field treatment to the face, chest and balding scalp
The treatment increased hair follicle counts and is potentially effective for male hair loss without serious side effects.
research 1320 Orchestrated cytotoxic and skin migratory ability lacking self-tolerance: circulating γδT-cells may promote alopecia areata
The role of γδT-cells in causing alopecia areata remains unclear.
research Efficacy and tolerance of 2,3-diphenylcyclopropenone in propylene glycol versus 2,3-diphenylcyclopropenone in isopropanol – a novel formula designed for the treatment of alopecia areata
Both treatments helped hair regrowth in alopecia areata, with isopropanol being better tolerated.
research Artificial Hair Fiber Restoration in the Treatment of Scalp Scars
Artificial hair fibers help treat scalp scars with few complications and a 20% yearly fiber fall rate.
research Large-Scale, Multicenter, Prospective Registry Study of Ripretinib in Advanced GIST: A Real-World Study from China
Ripretinib is effective and safe for treating advanced GIST in Chinese patients, particularly for non-gastric GISTs.
research Setting the Standard of Dermal Tolerance Testing for Safe and Effective Male and Female Pubic Hair Removal
The creams are safe for pubic hair removal with minor, temporary skin irritation.
research Prospective Cohort Study on the Effects and Tolerability of Flutamide in Patients with Female Pattern Hair Loss
Flutamide effectively treats female pattern hair loss with low doses showing good liver tolerance.
research Acquired scalp alopecia. Part II: A review
Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for preventing permanent hair loss in various scalp conditions, and while new treatments are promising, more research is needed to evaluate their effectiveness.
research Safety and Tolerability of the Dual 5-Alpha Reductase Inhibitor Dutasteride in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
Dutasteride is safe and effective for treating hair loss, but may decrease libido.
research Efficacy and Tolerability of Hairgain® in Individuals with Hair Loss: A Placebo-Controlled, Double-Blind Study
Hairgain® significantly increased hair growth and was well-tolerated by individuals with hair loss.
research Mechanistic Analysis of Human Skin Distribution and Follicular Targeting of Adapalene-Loaded Biodegradable Nanospheres With an Insight Into Hydrogel Matrix Influence, In Vitro Skin Irritation, and In Vivo Tolerability
Researchers developed a nanomedicine for acne treatment that delivers medication with less irritation and is non-irritating for oily skin.
research Topical Treatments for Scalp Psoriasis
Some topical treatments like corticosteroids and vitamin D analogues are effective for scalp psoriasis, but more long-term data is needed.
research Tolerability of hair cleansing conditioners: a double-blind randomized, controlled trial designed to evaluate consumer complaints to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Wen by Chaz Dean Sweet Almond Mint Cleansing Conditioner is better tolerated than salicylic acid and baby shampoos.
research Human scalp hair: Modulation by various factors and hormones do estrogens inhibit or stimulate—A perplexing perspective
The effects of estrogen on human scalp hair growth are unclear and need more research.
research Meta-Analysis of Gene Expression Reveals the Core Transcriptomic Profile of Lesional Scalp in Alopecia Areata
Alopecia areata involves specific gene changes and immune pathways, offering new treatment targets.
research Disorders of the Scalp and Hair
Different scalp and hair disorders are more common in certain ethnic groups, with the most common being androgenetic alopecia, which is treated with medications like minoxidil and finasteride.
research Human Scalp Hair Follicles Express Prostaglandin E2 Lipid Mediator and Receptors For Pge2
Human scalp hair follicles have PGE2 and its receptors, which might affect hair growth.
research Ethnicity, obesity and the prevalence of impaired glucose tolerance and type 2 diabetes in PCOS: a systematic review and meta-regression
Women with PCOS are more likely to have impaired glucose tolerance and type 2 diabetes, especially if they are Asian or obese.
research The RELIEF study: Tolerability and efficacy of preservative-free latanoprost in the treatment of glaucoma or ocular hypertension
Preservative-free latanoprost effectively lowers eye pressure with fewer side effects.
research Long-term satisfaction and tolerability with low-dose flutamide: a 20-year surveillance study on 120 hyperandrogenic women
Low-dose flutamide improved hirsutism and satisfaction in women but had common side effects, causing some to stop treatment.
research Efficacy and Tolerability of a Hyaluronic Acid-Based Extracellular Matrix for Labia Majora Rejuvenation and Augmentation: A Pilot Study
Sunekos® effectively improves labia majora appearance and is well-tolerated.
research Clinical Diagnosis of Common Scalp Disorders
The document concludes that accurate diagnosis is crucial for effectively treating common scalp disorders, which often have similar symptoms.
research Transepidermal UV radiation of scalp skin ex vivo induces hair follicle damage that is alleviated by the topical treatment with caffeine
Caffeine applied to the scalp can protect hair follicles from UV damage.
research A pilot split-scalp study of combined fractional radiofrequency microneedling and 5% topical minoxidil in treating male pattern hair loss
Combined microneedling and minoxidil improves hair growth more than minoxidil alone.
research Distinctive lupus panniculitis of scalp with linear alopecia along Blaschko's lines: a review of the literature
Lupus panniculitis of the scalp causes linear hair loss and needs ongoing treatment to prevent recurrence and lupus.
research Treatment of multiple scalp basal cell carcinomas by photodynamic therapy
Photodynamic therapy was effective in treating multiple scalp basal cell carcinomas with minimal side effects and good cosmetic results.
research Use of platelet-rich plasma in lichen planopilaris and its variants: A retrospective case series demonstrating treatment tolerability without koebnerization
Platelet-rich plasma is tolerable for lichen planopilaris and doesn't worsen the condition, but its effectiveness is unclear.
research Intradermal Injection in Balding Region Versus Intramuscular Injection in Surrounding Muscles: A Split-Scalp, Randomized Trial on BoNT for Androgenetic Alopecia
Intramuscular injections improved hair density more than intradermal injections for treating hair loss.
research Breakdown of Immune Tolerance in AIRE-Deficient Rats Induces a Severe Autoimmune Polyendocrinopathy–Candidiasis–Ectodermal Dystrophy–like Autoimmune Disease
AIRE-deficient rats developed severe autoimmune disease similar to APECED, useful for testing treatments.