53 citations,
July 2018 in “Drug design, development and therapy” Janus kinase inhibitors show promise in treating alopecia areata but need better topical formulations.
36 citations,
January 2014 in “Elsevier eBooks” The skin is a complex barrier that protects the body, regulates temperature, and helps with immune responses.
February 2024 in “Skin research and technology” The research suggests that immune cells and a specific type of cell death called ferroptosis are involved in Frontal fibrosis alopecia.
3 citations,
March 2016 in “Experimental Dermatology” A mutation in the hairless gene speeds up severe itchy skin in mice on a special diet.
July 2018 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Hair regrowth was seen in 83% of children with alopecia, immune system plays a role in the condition, and various treatments showed effectiveness for hair and nail disorders.
5 citations,
October 2019 in “Giornale italiano di dermatologia e venereologia” Biotin supplements can improve certain skin disorders and hair loss when a deficiency is present.
6 citations,
January 2013 in “IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences” Most people with hypothyroidism have skin problems like dry skin and hair loss.
12 citations,
May 2011 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Hair loss in autoimmune blistering skin diseases varies and may regrow with disease control.
June 2012 in “Springer eBooks” Eating disorders can cause various hair problems, and while hair loss in these disorders is linked to metabolic syndrome, treatment focuses on specific medications and lifestyle changes for the syndrome.
37 citations,
May 1999 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for preventing permanent hair loss in various scalp conditions, and while new treatments are promising, more research is needed to evaluate their effectiveness.
September 1997 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” The document concludes that treatments like oral anti-androgens, minoxidil, and topical spironolactone can be effective for hair loss in men and women.
83 citations,
May 1999 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Hair loss that spreads out can often fix itself or be treated by finding and handling the cause.
12 citations,
May 1989 in “Postgraduate Medicine” The document concludes that hair loss is common and can be treated with medications like minoxidil or surgical options, and it significantly affects people's psychological well-being.
1 citations,
July 2016 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Men with a certain type of hair loss often use facial moisturizers, and a specific antibiotic treatment may help another hair condition.
51 citations,
January 2014 in “Pediatric Clinics of North America” The guide explains how to identify and treat children's hair loss, including fungal infections, autoimmune disorders, hairstyle changes, self-correcting conditions, and behavioral therapy for hair-pulling.
1 citations,
May 2016 in “Current Opinion in Pediatrics” Children's hair loss can be caused by various factors and should be treated with appropriate, age-specific methods and psychological support.
87 citations,
July 2009 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Human beard hair medulla contains a unique and complex mix of keratins not found in other human tissues.
2 citations,
January 2023 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” People with hair loss conditions may also have thyroid disorders, but more research is needed to understand the connection.
August 2021 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” The most common scalp problems in Sikkim were seborrheic dermatitis, androgenetic alopecia, and alopecia areata.
95 citations,
November 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Treatments for permanent hair loss from scarring aim to stop further loss, not regrow hair, and vary by condition, with partial success common.
243 citations,
September 2016 in “Dermatology and Therapy” Dermoscopy is a useful tool for identifying features of skin conditions, but more research is needed to define its role in dermatology.
30 citations,
September 2009 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Dermoscopy has greatly improved the diagnosis of skin lesions and our understanding of their morphology and biology.
January 1984 in “Pediatric Dermatology” The document concludes that some dermatology books are useful for their photos or specific topics, while others have limitations like poor quality images or content.
7 citations,
December 2004 in “Medicine” Knowing how skin works and its diseases helps doctors diagnose and treat skin conditions better.
140 citations,
January 2009 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Liposomes improve drug delivery and reduce skin irritation in dermatology.
38 citations,
April 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Many skin patients have mental health issues, but few dermatologists are well-versed in treating these conditions.
7 citations,
April 2011 in “Expert review of dermatology” The document concludes that patients with skin of color need specialized dermatological care and education to manage unique skin conditions effectively.
1 citations,
December 2017 in “Skin appendage disorders” Biotin may help women with hair loss who have low biotin levels, but more research is needed.
18 citations,
January 2016 in “Skin appendage disorders” The paper suggests improving diagnosis and treatment of telogen effluvium but does not recommend a new classification system.
18 citations,
March 2004 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Lupus can cause hair loss and nail changes, with treatments available for both.