research Ethnic Hair Update: Past and Present
Dermatologists need to understand African American hair-care practices to better treat their hair and scalp disorders.
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60-90 / 1000+ results research Skin and Hair Cosmetic Issues in Women of Color
A scarring hair loss condition mainly affects middle-aged women of African descent, impacting their quality of life, with treatments more effective when started early.
research Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia
Hair loss in African American women, caused by hair care, genetics, and environment, needs more research for better treatment.
research Characteristics of Central Cicatricial Centrifugal Alopecia in Elderly vs. Younger Patients
Elderly patients with CCCA were all African American with low vitamin D, but no iron or zinc deficiencies, and no hormonal imbalances compared to younger patients.
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 and Scalp Disorders in Ethnic Populations
Different hair care practices and conditions affect African American hair and scalp health, requiring specialized knowledge for treatment.
research Hair Breakage as a Presenting Sign of Early or Occult Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia
Hair breakage may be an early sign of a hair loss condition called CCCA in African American women.
research Racial and Gender Influences on Skin Disease
Different races and genders have unique skin and hair issues, requiring specialized care and more research for effective treatment.
research Hair Transplantation in the Surgical Treatment of Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia
Hair transplants can effectively treat hair loss from CCCA in African American women if there's no inflammation.
research Acne in Dark Skin: Prevalence, Presentation, and Treatment
Acne in dark skin is influenced by environmental factors and can lead to hyperpigmentation, with various treatment options available.
research Seborrheic Dermatitis as a Potential Trigger of Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia: A Review of Literature
Seborrheic dermatitis may contribute to the development of central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia.
research Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Androgenetic Alopecia Clinical Trials in the United States
Androgenetic alopecia trials in the U.S. lack racial and ethnic diversity, limiting their applicability.
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 Use of Hair Products in Relation to Ovarian Cancer Risk
Certain hair straighteners and dyes may increase ovarian cancer risk, especially in African American/Black women.
research Hair and Nails: Insights from 2009 Studies
Low-dose acitretin helps nail psoriasis, stem cells may treat scarring alopecia, Chinese men have lower baldness rates, lateral foldplasty is good for ingrown toenails, hair diameter helps diagnose female baldness, childhood trauma linked to alopecia areata, certain hair-weaving leads to scalp conditions in African American women, and new methods for hair research and understanding hair and sweat gland development were introduced.
research Beyond Ethnicity in Dermatology
The editor suggests removing "race" and "ethnicity" from dermatology and creating tools to objectively assess skin color and hair texture.
research Contents
The issue concluded that various skin conditions have different effective treatments and factors influencing them.
research Central Scalp Alopecia Photographic Scale in African American Women
A scale was made to measure hair loss severity in African American women.
research Prevalence and Etiology of Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia
CCCA is a common scarring hair loss in African descent women, possibly linked to genetics, hair care practices, and health issues like diabetes.
research Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp
Dissecting cellulitis of the scalp is a condition that causes inflammation and scarring on the scalp, mainly affecting African-American men, and can lead to permanent hair loss.
research No-Shave Long Hair Follicular Unit Excision Using an All-Purpose Skin-Responsive Device
The new hair transplant technique is fast, effective, and satisfying for patients with different hair types.
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 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 Curly Hair: Measured Differences and Contributions to Breakage
Curly hair breaks more easily, especially with chemical treatments, but simpler grooming reduces breakage.
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 Treatment-Refractory Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia Responsive to a Novel Botanical Treatment
A new plant-based treatment was effective for hair regrowth in women with a specific type of hair loss that didn't respond to usual treatments.
research Immunologic Findings in Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia
CCCA may be caused by both hair traction and an immune response.
research Cetuximab-Associated Elongation of the Eyelashes
Cetuximab can cause eyelash growth, which is rare but manageable.
research Comprehensive Overview of Rheumatology Studies: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, February 13–16, 2013
The document concludes that various findings in rheumatology offer insights into disease severity, treatment responses, and potential risks in medication, with some limitations due to unspecified participant numbers.
research Dermatomyositis-Related Panniculitis of the Neck
A woman with dermatomyositis improved after treatment for neck panniculitis, suggesting similar treatment for related conditions.