October 2014 in “CRC Press eBooks” The scalp is usually protected from dermatitis but can react to hair products, especially tea tree oil and Minoxidil.
August 2014 in “Chinese Journal of Dermatology” Scalp psoriasis in China mostly affects young adults, worsens with stress, and significantly impacts quality of life.
January 2014 in “International Journal of Dermatology and Venereology” A man with hair loss and a scalp lump was diagnosed with a diffuse neurofibroma but chose not to have surgery.
February 2013 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” The zinc pyrithione hair care system improves scalp hydration and reduces water loss.
Patients with lichen planus should be tested for hepatitis C.
Men with both baldness and scalp psoriasis often don't have psoriasis on bald spots.
July 2012 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The author believes artificial dermis might not be the best first option for hair transplant surgeons when other surgical choices exist for scalp reconstruction.
Trichoscopy is a useful tool for monitoring hair and scalp diseases.
January 2012 in “Human health handbooks” Shampoos with specific ingredients are effective and safe for treating scalp psoriasis.
Shampoos with specific ingredients are effective and safe for treating scalp psoriasis.
January 2011 in “Yearbook of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery” Moles on the scalp are more common in people with more body moles and atypical moles, but not linked to balding.
Scalp flaps in hair restoration surgery provide immediate results, prevent temporal hair loss, offer great density, and allow for large hair re-allocation, making them a popular choice, especially in Asian countries.
Microvascular free scalp flap transfer is an effective method for hair restoration.
March 2009 in “Chinese Journal of Dermatology” Melanocytes in the outer root sheath are likely stem cells that grow fast but stay immature.
January 2009 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery” Surgical methods for hair loss due to scarring should be chosen based on the size, location, and shape of the area, with most patients seeing good results.
January 2009 in “Fashion business” Ayurvedic oils effectively reduce scalp bacteria and improve hair health.
Scalp itching can be caused by various skin conditions, hair loss, allergies, or anxiety.
Scalp med(R) effectively and safely improves hair count and thickness in men with androgenetic alopecia.
May 2007 in “Hair transplant forum international” Hair restoration surgeons need scalp dermatology knowledge to improve patient outcomes.
May 2007 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Hair care practices like using relaxers and tight braiding can lead to permanent hair loss in black women.
February 2007 in “Independent Nurse” Different scalp conditions have distinct features and causes.
September 2006 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Some aggressive scalp cancers are hard to treat and can be deadly, even when removed with specialized surgery.
July 2005 in “Hair transplant forum international” May 2005 in “Hair transplant forum international” Trichotemnomania causes hair loss due to compulsive hair cutting or shaving.
May 2005 in “Seminars in Plastic Surgery” The document concludes that using small hair grafts has improved facial and scalp hair restoration.
March 2005 in “Hair transplant forum international” Identifying scalp conditions is crucial for successful hair transplants.
September 2003 in “International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery” Transplanted hair keeps growing like it did in the donor area.
December 2002 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Surgery and Aesthetic Dermatology” Scalp reduction surgery is safe and effective for certain patients with hair loss, leading to dense hair coverage and high satisfaction.
July 2002 in “Hair transplant forum international” The document lists common and scalp-specific lesions, emphasizing the need for hair restoration surgeons to recognize these and refer patients to a dermatologist if necessary.
April 2001 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Michael L. Beehner proposed a standardized naming system for balding scalp areas to help hair restoration surgery.