research Hirsutism
Excessive hair growth in women, often from high androgen levels, is usually caused by PCOS, and can be treated with hair removal, medication, and possibly weight loss.
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research Zinc Therapy in Dermatology: A Review
Zinc is effective for treating various skin conditions, including warts and acne.
research British A ssociation of D ermatologists' guidelines for the management of tinea capitis 2014
Accurate diagnosis and effective oral treatment are key to managing tinea capitis and preventing its spread.
research Classification and management of skin, hair, nail and mucosal side-effects of epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) inhibitors
EGFR inhibitors often cause skin problems and other side effects, but these are usually reversible and can be managed to keep patients comfortable.
research Obesity and the skin
Obesity is linked to various skin problems and may increase the risk of skin cancer.
research Management of primary cicatricial alopecias: options for treatment
There are many treatments for permanent hair loss disorders, but their effectiveness varies and there's no clear best option.
research Delivery and targeting of nanoparticles into hair follicles
Nanoparticles can improve skin treatments by better targeting hair follicles, but more research is needed for advancement.
research Common skin infections in children
The document concludes that molluscum contagiosum is a common, benign skin infection in children, often healing without scarring.
research Dermoscopy for the Pediatric Dermatologist Part I: Dermoscopy of Pediatric Infectious and Inflammatory Skin Lesions and Hair Disorders
Dermoscopy improves diagnosis and treatment monitoring for children's skin infections, inflammations, and hair disorders.
research Comparison of cutaneous manifestations in chronic kidney disease with or without dialysis
Most patients with chronic kidney disease have skin problems, which get worse as the disease progresses, and dialysis doesn't greatly reduce these issues.
research Assessing diagnostic skill in dermatology: A comparison between general practitioners and dermatologists
Dermatologists are more accurate than general practitioners in diagnosing skin conditions, especially skin cancer.
research Finasteride for female androgenetic alopecia
Finasteride increases hair density in female androgenetic alopecia, but individual results may vary.
research Acquired scalp alopecia. Part I: A review
Accurate diagnosis is key for treating different kinds of hair loss, and immune response variations may affect the condition and treatment results.
research Madarosis: A marker of many Maladies
Losing eyelashes or eyebrows can be a sign of many different health problems and needs a careful approach to treat effectively.
research Guidelines for management of androgenetic alopecia based on BASP classification-the Asian consensus committee guideline
Use 5% minoxidil or oral finasteride for mild-to-moderate hair loss, combine with hair transplant for severe cases.
research THE PREVALENCE OF SKIN DISEASE IN THE GERIATRIC AGE GROUP
Older adults in Ottawa commonly have skin conditions like sun damage, dry skin, and hair loss.
research Sebaceous immunobiology - skin homeostasis, pathophysiology, coordination of innate immunity and inflammatory response and disease associations
Sebaceous glands play a key role in skin health, immunity, and various skin diseases.
research Spectrum of skin diseases in Yemen (Hajjah and adjacent region)
Most skin diseases in Hajjah, Yemen, were dermatitis, infections, and acne, influenced by local socioeconomic and environmental factors.
research Hair and scalp disorders in women of African descent: an overview
The document concludes that clinicians should be aware of common hair and scalp disorders in women of African descent and that more research is needed to develop effective treatments.
research The effects of narrowbands of visible light upon some skin disorders: a review
Visible light can improve skin disorders and hair loss, but more research is needed to understand long-term effects.
research Perifollicular Xanthomas Associated with Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor Inhibitor Therapy
EGFR inhibitors can cause yellowish skin eruptions.
research Trichoscopy - a useful tool in the preliminary differential diagnosis of autoimmune bullous diseases
Trichoscopy helps quickly identify autoimmune diseases on the scalp but should be used with other standard tests.
research The Potential Relevance of the Microbiome to Hair Physiology and Regeneration: The Emerging Role of Metagenomics
Bacteria in our hair can affect its health and growth, and studying these bacteria could help us understand hair diseases better.
research Cutaneuos findings in patients with predialysis chronic kidney disease
Almost all patients with chronic kidney disease not yet on dialysis have at least one skin problem.
research Increased Hair Shedding May be Associated with the Presence of Pityrosporum ovale
Malassezia yeast might be linked to more hair shedding.
research The impact of human immunodeficiency virus-related diseases on pigmented skin types
HIV can cause skin disorders, which are often the first sign of infection, especially in people with darker skin.
research No genetic support for a contribution of prostaglandins to the aetiology of androgenetic alopecia
No genetic link between prostaglandins and hair loss found.
research Eyebrow and Eyelash Alopecia: A Clinical Review
The review shows how to properly diagnose and treat the loss of eyebrow and eyelash hair.
research Clinical, Histological and Trichoscopic Correlations in Scalp Disorders
Trichoscopy helps diagnose hair and scalp problems but isn't always definitive and should be used with other methods.
research Can social media encourage young Polish adults to visit a dermatologist? An original study
Social media can motivate young Polish adults to visit a dermatologist.