research Whisker Hair (Acquired Progressive Kinking of the Hair): An Indication for Finasteride 1 mg?
Taking 1 mg of finasteride daily could potentially treat rare hair conditions like Acquired Progressive Kinking of the Hair and whisker hair.
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30-60 / 1000+ results research Acquired Localized Hypertrichosis Induced by Rivastigmine
An 80-year-old man grew extra hair on his forearms after starting Alzheimer's medication rivastigmine.
research A Rare Case of Cutis Verticis Gyrata with Underlying Cerebriform Intradermal Nevus
A patient with a scalp condition and benign skin tumor experienced hair loss and did not improve with treatment, choosing not to have surgery despite a small cancer risk.
research Focal Perifollicular Mucinosis of the Eyelid Presenting as a Benign Nevus
A rare skin condition was misdiagnosed as a harmless mole on a woman's eyelid.
research JAAD Grand Rounds Quiz on Dermatological Conditions
The document explains the diagnosis and characteristics of woolly hair nevus and alopecia neoplastica.
research Localized Acquired Hypertrichosis Associated with the Application of a Splint
A 16-year-old boy's arm hair grew more after wearing a splint, but it returned to normal in 8 months.
research Hair Shaft Dysplasias
Hair shaft dysplasias are abnormal hair conditions that can be inherited or acquired and may signal other health issues, with limited treatment options available.
research Office Diagnosis of Hair Shaft Defects
The document explains how to identify different hair problems using a microscope.
research Black Women's Hair: The Main Scalp Dermatoses and Aesthetic Practices in Women of African Ethnicity
Black women's unique hair characteristics and styling practices can lead to specific scalp conditions, which require early diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
research Congenital Triangular Alopecia: A Close Mimicker of Alopecia Areata
CTA is often mistaken for AA but doesn't respond to steroids and may require hair transplantation.
research Triangular Temporal Alopecia: Two Case Reports, Dermoscopy, and Review
Triangular temporal alopecia is a benign hair loss pattern best diagnosed with dermoscopy, with limited treatment options like surgery and hair transplantation.
research Hair and Scalp Disorders in Women of African Descent
Afro-textured hair is more fragile and prone to certain scalp conditions, requiring careful treatment and more research for effective management.
research Trichodystrophies: A Hair-Raising Differential Diagnosis
The guide helps doctors diagnose hair problems by suggesting a thorough patient history, physical exams, and various diagnostic tools.
research Pediatric Dermatology Photoquiz: A 14-Year-Old Boy with Abrupt-Onset Hair Changes
A 14-year-old boy was diagnosed with a rare hair condition that may lead to hair thinning and has no known effective treatments.
research Secondary Cicatricial and Other Permanent Alopecias
The document concludes that permanent hair loss conditions are complex, require early specific treatments, and "secondary permanent alopecias" might be a more accurate term than "secondary cicatricial alopecia."
research Vitiligo: A Comprehensive Overview
Vitiligo is a skin condition causing white spots, more common in women, often starts before age 20, and can affect mental health.
research Disseminated Nonsegmental Vitiligo Associated With Halo Nevi and Premature Gray Hair
A rare combination of halo nevi, nonsegmental vitiligo, and early gray hair can occur together.
research Diseases of Periocular Hair
The document concludes that periocular hair disorders have various causes and treatments, and proper evaluation by specialists is important for management and prognosis.
research Alopecia in Children
Most hair loss in children is caused by a few common conditions and is easy to diagnose, but rare types require careful evaluation.
research Hair Loss And Its Management In Children
The document concludes that early diagnosis and a comprehensive treatment plan are crucial for managing hair loss in children, with a focus on both medical and psychological support.
research Dermatoscopy of Hair Shaft Disorders
Dermatoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing hair disorders and can help choose samples for more detailed analysis.
research Hair Loss in Children in South-East Nigeria: Common and Uncommon Cases
The most common causes of hair loss in children in South-East Nigeria are fungal infections and alopecia areata.
research Male Fertility and Skin Diseases
Some skin diseases and their treatments can negatively affect male fertility.
research Disorders of the Hair and Nails
The document reviews various hair and nail disorders, their causes, and treatments, emphasizing the need for proper diagnosis and the link between nail changes and systemic diseases.
research Abstracts from the 2009 Annual Meeting of the Society for Pediatric Dermatology
UVB is good for a skin condition in Asian kids, a lotion works for head lice, a drug helps with a skin blistering disorder, a foam reduces itchiness in skin inflammation, birthmarks can be more widespread, and criteria for a neurocutaneous disorder were agreed upon.
research Hair Disorders
Understanding normal hair growth and loss in children is key to diagnosing and treating hair disorders.
research The Color of Skin: White Diseases of the Skin, Nails, and Mucosa
The document concludes that while white skin, nail, and mucosa diseases increase skin cancer risk, they are generally harmless, especially compared to darker pigmentation conditions.
research What Work-Up Should Be Done for Patients With Alopecia?
Children's hair loss can have various causes, including infections, autoimmune issues, physical stress, nutritional problems, and genetic factors.
research Anterolateral Alopecia of the Leg: Brief Research on Men
Almost 40% of older men in the study had hair loss on the front and side of their legs, and most were unaware of it.
research Yellow and Orange in Cutaneous Lesions: Clinical and Dermoscopic Data
Yellow and orange colors are important for diagnosing certain skin conditions.