Spiny keratoderma is a rare skin condition with small spines on palms and soles, possibly linked to abnormal hair formation.
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.
February 2006 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” Alopecia areata treatments include immune inhibitors, topical sensitizers, irritants, and minoxidil, with future focus on immunosuppressive approaches.
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October 2007 in “The New England Journal of Medicine” Over one-third of women experience hair loss, with female-pattern hair loss being most common, and treatments include minoxidil and possibly hair transplantation.
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January 2014 in “Dermatology Online Journal” New treatments for Dissecting cellulitis show promise, but more research is needed to understand the disease and establish a standard treatment plan.
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September 2015 in “JAAD case reports” Finasteride helps hair regrowth in frontal fibrosing alopecia.
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August 2019 in “Dermatologic therapy” Janus kinase inhibitors show promise for treating alopecia areata but need more research for confirmation.
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January 2020 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” Caffeine improves hair growth, thickness, and reduces shedding.
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January 2015 in “International journal of trichology” A woman's total hair loss was linked to a Borrelia infection and was reversed with appropriate treatment.
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November 2020 in “Journal of Drugs in Dermatology” Cold plasma treatment for hair loss was well tolerated and showed improvement in most patients.
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March 2019 in “PubMed” Fusidic acid successfully treated a rare scalp infection with hair regrowth and no recurrence after 6 months.
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January 2015 in “Indian journal of dermatology, venereology, and leprology” A woman's scalp infection caused by a fungus led to permanent hair loss and was hard to treat but responded to a specific antifungal.
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July 1996 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Routine thyroid tests for diffuse alopecia in women may not be necessary, but checking for iron deficiency anemia could be useful.
September 2025 in “Ukrainian Journal of Dermatology Venerology Cosmetology” Early diagnosis and treatment can stop hair loss and prevent scalp damage in pseudopelade of Brocq.
June 2023 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Tight hairstyles can cause a rare scalp condition with thick skin folds.
February 2022 in “Authorea (Authorea)” PAON shows skin patterns due to genetic mosaicism.
March 2021 in “Uludağ Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi dergisi” The review provided information on various treatments to stop hair thinning and increase hair density in people with common genetic hair loss.
Trichoscopic examination is crucial for diagnosing congenital triangular alopecia.
December 2019 in “Journal of pediatrics & neonatology” A 13-year-old boy had a rare, stable type of hair loss with little chance of regrowth, but treatment is available for looks.
September 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Sandalore®, a synthetic scent, reduced hair loss and improved hair growth in women with telogen effluvium.
April 2022 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Androgenetic alopecia causes hair thinning due to increased androgen activity, treatable with minoxidil and finasteride.
January 2016 in “Journal of clinical & experimental dermatology research” New methods can diagnose hair loss by examining the scalp and can treat it with a mix of oral and topical medications, along with cosmetic procedures like hair transplants.
Minoxidil is a safe and effective treatment for hair loss.
December 2017 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” The document concludes that successful treatment of upper and midface trauma should focus on restoring both appearance and function, with attention to facial structure, skin, and hair repair.
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October 2020 in “Más dermatología” Choose between topical and oral minoxidil for hair growth based on personal tolerance and side effects.
June 2025 in “Journal of Education Health and Sport” Oral JAK inhibitors show promise for treating alopecia areata but have challenges like relapse and side effects.
Oral minoxidil can be more comfortable and effective than topical, but treatment should be personalized.
October 2024 in “Más dermatología” Few people stick with topical minoxidil due to side effects, so alternatives and strategies are needed.
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January 2022 in “Current pharmaceutical design” Microsponges delivery system is a safe, versatile method for controlled drug release in various treatments.
January 2022 in “Przegla̧d dermatologiczny” Minoxidil, a medicine initially for high blood pressure, can stimulate hair growth and is promising for treating hair loss, but it may cause side effects like itching and dizziness.