research Chronic Crusted Scalp Lesion of an Elderly Male
An elderly man's non-healing scalp lesion was successfully treated with a strong topical steroid.
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Most clinicians follow discharge guidelines, many lupus patients don't use sunscreen regularly, dithranol is effective for psoriasis, biopsy methods should be based on lesion type, voriconazole may raise skin cancer risk, a new scale can help diagnose female hair loss early, and most melanomas may develop from existing moles.
research P145 : Clinical efficacy of Scalpoo ® shampoo regarding increase in hair thickness and decrease in hair shedding
Scalpoo® shampoo effectively increases hair thickness and reduces shedding.
research Cortisol levels in atypical and non-atypical depression using hair and saliva specimens
research What is the best sampling region for endocrine hair analysis? A comparison between the posterior vertex and occipital region and recommendation for standardization
The occipital region is best for measuring cortisol and cortisone, while the posterior vertex is better for OEA, SEA, and PEA.
research Scar classification in cutaneous lupus erythematosus: morphological description
Early scar classification in lupus can improve treatment and patient outcomes.
research Erosive Pustular Dermatosis of the Scalp Following Hair Transplantation: A Rare Complication
Hair transplants can rarely cause scalp inflammation leading to hair loss, needing early detection and treatment.
research A case of neurodermatitis circumscipta of scalp presenting as patchy alopecia
Emotional factors are crucial in treating and preventing scalp neurodermatitis and hair loss.
research Familial Cortisol Resistance: Differential Diagnostic and Therapeutic Aspects
The woman had a genetic condition causing high cortisol and androgen levels, treatable with dexamethasone.
research Simultaneous LC-MS/MS quantification of glucocorticoids, melatonin and its metabolites in hair
The new method can measure sleep-related hormones in hair effectively and could help track long-term sleep patterns.
research Scalp Seborrheic Dermatitis: What We Know So Far
Scalp seborrheic dermatitis is a common skin condition linked to oil production and bacteria, with specific diagnostic features and treatments like antifungals and corticosteroids.
research 26021 Delivering care for the underserved during COVID-19 through real-time teledermatology, a cross-sectional review of patients at a student-run free clinic in Dallas
The study evaluated how alopecia areata severity relates to its psychosocial effects on patients.
research Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp due to EGFR inhibitors: A multicentric study by EADV task force of ‘Dermatology for Cancer Patients’
Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp can occur about 17 weeks after starting EGFR inhibitors, and early minocycline may help manage it.
research Sensitive scalp: An epidemiologic study in patients with hair loss
Many people with hair loss, especially those with telogen effluvium and alopecia areata, often have a sensitive scalp.
research 17.Dermoscopy and Scalp Biopsy in the Hair Transplant Evaluation
Dermoscopy helps identify hair loss types for better hair transplant evaluation.
research Striae distensae over scalp: a trichoscopic revelation
Trichoscopy can detect early signs of steroid overuse on the scalp, suggesting a need for non-steroidal treatments.
research BH15 The burden of alopecia areata: examining baseline health-related quality of life and clinical assessment tools
Alopecia areata greatly affects quality of life, especially mental health, and newer assessment tools better capture this impact than older ones.
research Refractory dissecting cellulitis of the scalp treated with risankizumab: 2 case reports
This document discusses two case reports of refractory dissecting cellulitis of the scalp (DCS), a rare and aggressive chronic inflammatory condition that primarily affects males and African Americans, leading to scarring alopecia and significant psychological distress. The study highlights the use of risankizumab, a medication typically used for psoriasis, as a treatment option for DCS. The cases demonstrate that risankizumab may be effective in managing symptoms and improving the quality of life for patients with this debilitating condition.
research Assessment of clinician-reported outcome measures for alopecia areata: a systematic scoping review
A comprehensive scoring system for alopecia areata severity is needed.
research Dermoscopy
Dermoscopy helps diagnose and differentiate various hair and scalp conditions.
research Low quality of life and high HSS‐29 scores reflect the risk of loss to follow‐up: a study in patients with androgenetic alopecia
Low quality of life and high HSS-29 scores increase risk of losing patients during treatment.
research High‐Potency Topical Steroids: An Effective Therapy for Chronic Scalp Inflammation in Rapp–Hodgkin Ectodermal Dysplasia
Strong skin creams work well for long-term scalp inflammation in Rapp-Hodgkin Ectodermal Dysplasia.
research A Systematic Approach to Afro-Textured Hair Disorders
Dermatoscopy helps diagnose hair and scalp disorders in people with Afro-textured hair, but more research is needed for better understanding and treatment.
research Analysis of quality of life and depression in patients with androgenetic alopecia or alopecia areata
Alopecia negatively affects quality of life and mental health.
research Hair cortisol as a biomarker for mood in bipolar disorder: a pilot study
Hair cortisol may be a good indicator of recent mood in people with bipolar disorder.
research Scalp Dermatology for the Hair Restoration Surgeon
Identifying scalp conditions is crucial for successful hair transplants.
research Preoperative Chronic Stress and Pain Outcomes: A Pilot Study of Hair Cortisol, Perceived Stress, and Chronic Post-Surgical Pain
Preoperative stress markers alone don't predict chronic post-surgical pain.
research P187 : Folliscope analysis of temporal involvement in Korean women with female-pattern hair loss
Many Korean women with female-pattern hair loss have reduced hair density at the temples.
research SUN-305 Hair Cortisol Measurement: An Innovative Method for Diagnosis and Follow-Up in Patients with Cushing’s Disease
Hair cortisol measurement can help diagnose and monitor Cushing’s disease.
research Dermoscopy in hair disorders
Dermoscopy improves diagnosis of hair and scalp disorders and can help avoid unnecessary biopsies.