research Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia
Hair loss in African American women, caused by hair care, genetics, and environment, needs more research for better treatment.
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research Medical and Environmental Risk Factors for the Development of Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia
Type 2 diabetes, bacterial scalp infections, and tight hairstyles like braids and weaves are linked to a higher risk of a scarring hair loss condition in African American women.
research Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia: Possible Familial Aetiology in Two African Families from South Africa
The conclusion is that hair loss from CCCA may be genetic and not solely caused by hair grooming practices.
research A Case of Folliculitis Decalvans With Concomitant Acne Keloidalis Nuchae, Androgenic Alopecia, and Profound Postinflammatory Hyperpigmentation
Folliculitis decalvans mainly affects middle-aged African American men and is treated with antibiotics.
research Hair Regrowth in Two Patients with Recalcitrant Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia After Use of Topical Metformin
Topical metformin helped regrow hair in two women with a hard-to-treat scarring hair loss condition.
research American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery - 2018 Late-Breaking Abstracts
New treatments and technologies in laser medicine show promise for improving skin conditions, fat reduction, cancer treatment, wound healing, and hair restoration.
research Characterizing Hair Loss in the Elderly: An Observational Study of 163 Patients
Hair loss in elderly people is often due to health issues and needs better diagnosis and treatment.
research A Nationwide Outbreak of Alopecia Associated With the Use of a Hair-Relaxing Formulation
A hair-straightening product caused widespread hair loss and scalp injuries, mainly affecting African American women.
research Researchers Link Early Hair Loss and Prostate Cancer
Early hair loss may increase the risk of prostate cancer, especially in African American men and those with frontal baldness.
research Defining Pseudofolliculitis Barbae in 2001: A Review of the Literature and Current Trends
Pseudofolliculitis barbae is a chronic skin condition affecting mainly African American and Hispanic individuals, caused by shaving tightly curled hair, and managed by prevention and treatment but not curable.
research Features
Pharmacists play a key role in helping patients use over-the-counter products correctly, including those for hair regrowth and smoking cessation.
research Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia: Retrospective Chart Review
The study found that Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia mainly affects middle-aged African descent women, is linked to certain hair care practices and genetics, and often goes undiagnosed for years.
research Support for Dermatological Research in Sub-Saharan Africa: Insights from African Hair and Skin Research Programs
The document concludes that more local research on African skin and hair is needed despite increased scientific output from Sub-Saharan Africa.
research Anesthetics Prior to Keloid Injections: A Painless Approach
Using lidocaine before keloid injections makes the treatment more comfortable for patients.
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.
research Variant PADI3 in Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia
Mutations in the PADI3 gene are linked to a higher risk of scarring hair loss in women of African descent.
research Adult Onset Isolated Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism: A Cause of Secondary Amenorrhea
A 23-year-old woman's missed periods were caused by a rare genetic disorder treated with hormone patches.
research Postmenopausal Hyperandrogenism: A Case of a Steroid Cell Tumor of the Ovary
A woman's severe hormone imbalance after menopause led to finding a rare ovarian tumor, treated by surgery.
research Cetuximab-Associated Elongation of the Eyelashes
Cetuximab can cause eyelash growth, which is rare but manageable.
research Immunologic Findings in Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia
CCCA may be caused by both hair traction and an immune response.
research Therapies for Onychomycosis: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis of Mycologic Cure
Terbinafine 250 mg is the most effective treatment for fungal nail infections.
research Severe Insulin Resistance in a Pediatric Patient: Key Areas to Address in Screening
The case emphasizes the need for careful screening in children for insulin resistance and related conditions.
research Punctate Follicular Porokeratosis
Punctate follicular porokeratosis is a skin condition with specific features seen in hair follicles.
research Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia Amalgamated with Alopecia Areata: Immunologic Findings
The patient with both scarring and non-scarring hair loss showed complex immune reactions and improved with steroid treatment.
research Adverse Cutaneous Reactions to Antidepressants
Skin reactions to antidepressants are common but usually not serious and can be treated.
research Preparation of Mohs Micrographic Surgery Frozen Sections: Three New Pearls Leading to a Simplified, More Effective Process
Three new techniques simplify and improve the preparation of tissue samples for skin cancer surgery.
research Treatment of Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia with Oral Minoxidil
Oral minoxidil can potentially increase hair growth in people suffering from Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia.
research Dermatomyositis-Related Panniculitis of the Neck
A woman with dermatomyositis improved after treatment for neck panniculitis, suggesting similar treatment for related conditions.
research Circumferential Acute Limited Exanthematous Pustulosis
A 16-year-old girl's skin rash was likely caused by an infection and improved with topical steroids.
research A Case of Folliculitis Decalvans With Concomitant Acne Keloidalis Nuchae, Androgenic Alopecia, and Profound Postinflammatory Hyperpigmentation
A 37-year-old man with hair loss and skin issues was successfully treated with oral antibiotics, highlighting the need for early treatment. Long-term care includes low-dose antibiotics and avoiding caps and wigs.