research Central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia
CCCA is a scarring hair loss condition mainly in African descent women, possibly caused by genetics and hairstyling, treated with gentle hair care and medications.
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research Pediatric Tinea Capitis
Children with scalp fungal infections need proper diagnosis and treatment, usually with antifungal medications, and newer drugs may offer quicker recovery.
research The itchy scalp - scratching for an explanation
Scalp itching is common and hard to diagnose due to the complex nerve structure of the scalp.
research Trichoscopy Tips
Trichoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing hair and scalp issues, but doctors must be careful to avoid mistakes.
research Hair Transplantation Update
The document details hair transplantation techniques and innovations, highlighting Follicular Unit Transplantation as the standard and discussing the effectiveness and challenges of the procedure.
research Body to scalp: Evolving trends in body hair transplantation
Body hair transplants can treat baldness but differ from scalp hair and need more research on long-term results and side effects.
research The histopathology of alopecia areata in vertical and horizontal sections
Horizontal scalp biopsy sections are better for diagnosing alopecia areata, showing fewer hair follicles and more miniaturized hairs.
research Tissue Expansion in Cicatricial Alopecia
Tissue expansion is an effective treatment for certain types of hair loss, providing immediate coverage with hair-bearing skin.
research Minoxidil for Endocrine Therapy–Induced Alopecia in Women With Breast Cancer—Saint Agatha’s Blessing?
Topical minoxidil improves hair loss in 80% of women with breast cancer undergoing endocrine therapy.
research Therapeutic Effect of Superficial Scalp Hypothermia on Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia in Breast Cancer Survivors
Scalp cooling effectively reduces hair loss in breast cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy.
research Tissue Expansion in the Head and Neck
Tissue expansion for head and neck reconstruction has good blood supply and doesn't need capsule removal, but expect temporary hair loss with normal growth resuming after 6-8 months.
research Improving preparation for scalp cooling: Learning from women undergoing chemotherapy for early‐stage breast cancer—The COOL study
Comprehensive information and trained nurses are crucial for a better scalp cooling experience during chemotherapy.
research Erosive Pustular Dermatosis of the Scalp: Clinicopathological Correlation Leading to a Definition of Diagnostic Criteria
Chronic scalp lesions with crusts and pus that heal with strong topical steroids suggest Erosive Pustular Dermatosis, confirmed by biopsy showing specific immune cells.
research Radiation-Induced Alopecia after Endovascular Embolization under Fluoroscopy
A man had temporary hair loss from radiation during a medical procedure but regrew his hair after treatment with minoxidil lotion.
research A comparative study on the rate of anagen effluvium and survival rates of scalp, beard, and chest hair in hair restoration procedure of scalp
Scalp and beard hair survive best in hair transplants, but the procedure needs high skill and takes longer.
research The Frequency of Alopecia and Quality of Life in High-School Students in Rural Areas (Sivrihisar, Mahmudiye, Alpu, Beylikova) of Eskisehir
Hair loss was found in 37.4% of surveyed rural high-school students in Eskisehir, Turkey, affecting their quality of life, especially in general health and mental well-being.
research Dermatopathology of Common Hair Problems
Examining scalp biopsies in different ways helps better diagnose hair loss types.
research Bitemporal Scalp Hair Loss: Differential Diagnosis of Nonscarring and Scarring Conditions.
Understanding the cause of bitemporal hair loss is key to deciding the right treatment.
research Reconstruction of large alopecia with old technique: V-Y-S plasty
The V-Y-S plasty is a safe and effective one-stage method for repairing medium to large scalp defects.
research Epidermoid Cyst of the Ear Lobule in Adult
Adult earlobe can have a benign cyst that is usually removed by surgery.
research Management of Alopecia Due to Cancer Therapies
The document concludes that scalp cooling and treatments like minoxidil can help manage hair loss from cancer therapy.
research Energy-Based Devices in Male Skin Rejuvenation
Men are increasingly using energy-based skin treatments for workplace success, with lasers and other devices effectively improving skin and body appearance.
research Giant congenital cerebriform pigmented nevus of scalp: case report
Complete removal of large scalp nevi is recommended to prevent complications.
research Expanding research and development of novel agents for the treatment and prevention of chemotherapy-induced alopecia
No FDA-approved treatments for chemotherapy-induced hair loss existed in 2006; more research was needed.
research Hair transplantation between identical twins
Hair transplantation between identical twins can successfully treat severe, nonprogressive hair loss due to follicular aplasia.
research Punch Hair Grafting Methods
The document recommends careful planning and techniques for successful punch hair grafting in hair restoration.
research Early Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp Following Repeated Microinfusion of Medication Into the Skin in a Patient With Androgenetic Alopecia and Long-Term Exogenous Testosterone Use: A Case Report
Microinfusion therapy and testosterone use may cause scalp inflammation, requiring early recognition and treatment.
research Aesthetic medicine treatments for oncology patients — a narrative literature review
Aesthetic treatments can safely improve cancer patients' quality of life with oncologist approval.
research Hairdressing Practices and Alopecia among Women Aged 15 to 45 in Bamako
Certain hair styling methods, like weaving and straightening, are a main cause of hair loss in women from Bamako.
research Non-Invasive Techniques for Evaluating Alopecia Areata
Non-invasive methods can effectively diagnose and manage alopecia areata.