research Alternative Uses of Dermoscopy in Daily Clinical Practice: An Update
Dermoscopy is useful for diagnosing various skin, hair, and nail disorders and can reduce the need for biopsies.
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research Alopecia Areata: Current Understanding and Management
Alopecia areata is a chronic condition causing hair loss, with new treatments targeting the immune system showing promise.
research Dermoscopic Features of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus
Dermoscopy is useful for diagnosing and monitoring discoid lupus erythematosus by showing specific skin patterns.
research A Review of Isotretinoin in the Treatment of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia
Isotretinoin can effectively reduce symptoms of frontal fibrosing alopecia.
research Alopecias: Practical Tips for the Management of Biopsies and Main Diagnostic Clues for General Pathologists and Dermatopathologists
The document concludes that understanding hair follicle histology and the hair cycle is crucial for diagnosing alopecia.
research An Update in the Management of Alopecia Areata
New treatments for alopecia areata show promise, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness.
research SnapshotDx Quiz: April 2022
Discoid Lupus Erythematosus causes scalp plaques that can lead to hair loss, and antimalarial drugs are effective treatments.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Discoid Lupus Erythematosus: More Than a Coincidence
The conclusion is that having both Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Discoid Lupus Erythematosus may suggest a shared immune response in certain people, and a mix of antimalarial drugs and 5-alfa-reductase inhibitors is recommended for treatment.
research Graham Little-Lassueur Syndrome with Hypertrophic Lichen Planus in a Patient with Chronic Hepatitis C
A woman with chronic hepatitis C had a rare skin condition linked to her illness.
research Scalp Biopsy Technique for the Hair Surgeon
Dr. Robert S. Haber concluded that hair transplant surgeons must master scalp biopsy techniques to quickly diagnose and treat hair loss conditions.
research Videodermoscopy in the Evaluation of Hair and Scalp Disorders
Videodermoscopy improves diagnosis of hair and scalp disorders and may reduce scalp biopsies.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss and Its Relationship to Permanent/Cicatricial Alopecia: A New Perspective
Some women with common hair loss may develop permanent hair loss.
research Primary Cicatricial Alopecia: Recent Advances in Understanding and Management
New understanding of the causes of primary cicatricial alopecia has led to better diagnosis and potential new treatments.
research How to Diagnose Hair Loss
The document concludes that using specific tools and tests is essential for identifying the cause of hair loss and deciding on the right treatment.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: A Disease That Remains Enigmatic
Frontal fibrosing alopecia is a poorly understood condition with increasing cases and unclear treatment effectiveness.
research Characterization of a Murine Model of AA Induced by Adoptive Transfer of Cultured Lymph Node Cells
The study developed a mouse model for Alopecia Areata that responds to treatment, useful for future research.
research Lichen Planopilaris: A Rare Inflammatory Cicatricial Alopecia
Lichen planopilaris is a rare, chronic condition causing hair loss, mainly in middle-aged women, and early treatment is important to prevent permanent baldness.
research Alopecia Areata: Burden of Disease, Approach to Treatment, and Current Unmet Needs
Current treatments for Alopecia Areata have mixed success, and there's a need for better, more accessible options and support for affected individuals.
research Bilaterally Symmetrical Alopecia With Reticulated Hyperpigmentation
A Doberman Pinscher had a rare form of autoimmune disease causing hair loss and other severe symptoms.
research Alopecia Areata Incognito Misdiagnosed as Androgenetic Alopecia: A Case Report
A woman was misdiagnosed with hair loss for years, but actually had a rare type of alopecia.
research Reversible Hair Loss in Lichen Planopilaris: Regrowth With Low-Dose Naltrexone and Platelet-Rich Plasma
Low-dose naltrexone and platelet-rich plasma can regrow hair in lichen planopilaris.
research Acute Telogen Effluvium Associated with SARS-CoV-2 Infection
A woman's sudden hair loss was linked to her previous COVID-19 infection.
research Clinical Recognition and Management of Alopecia in Women of Color
The document concludes that it's important to recognize and treat hair loss in women of color, considering their unique hair characteristics and psychological impact.
research Alopecia Areata: A Review of the Role of Oxidative Stress, Possible Biomarkers, and Potential Novel Therapeutic Approaches
Oxidative stress plays a significant role in alopecia areata, and new treatments may include JAK inhibitors and antioxidants.
research Evaluation of Platelet-Rich Plasma on Hair Regrowth and Lesional T-Cell Cytokine Expression in Alopecia Areata: A Randomized Observer-Blinded, Placebo-Controlled, Split-Head Pilot Study
Platelet-rich plasma may help restore immune balance in bald patches, but its effectiveness in treating hair loss is limited.
research SnapshotDx Quiz: February 2018
Blocking certain pathways with kinase inhibitors may help treat cutaneous lupus erythematosus.
research Prevention and Treatment of Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia: What Is Available and What Is Coming?
Scalp cooling is the only FDA-approved method to prevent hair loss from chemotherapy, but other treatments like minoxidil and PRP are being tested.
research A Current Diagnostic and Therapeutic Challenge: Tinea Capitis
Early recognition and treatment of tinea capitis are crucial to prevent severe scalp issues and prolonged therapy.
research Unveiling a Shared Precursor Condition for Acne Keloidalis Nuchae and Primary Cicatricial Alopecias
A condition with certain scalp changes may come before acne keloidalis nuchae and other similar hair loss disorders.
research Dermal Filler-Induced Alopecia: A Case Report and Literature Review
Early treatment can reverse hair loss from dermal fillers.