research Pre-/Postbiopsy Diagnosis Concordance in Women from an Afro-Caribbean Population: Response to Douglas et al
Biopsies matched initial diagnoses in 76.6% of black women with alopecia and led to treatment changes in 44% of cases.
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research Pigmentation of Hair on Transplanted Skin in Hooded Rats
Transplanted skin on hooded rats often grows white hair instead of black.
research Lichen Planopilaris-Like Changes Arising Within an Epidermal Nevus: Does This Case Suggest Clues to the Etiology of Lichen Planopilaris?
Microorganism overgrowth and hyperkeratosis may trigger immune reactions causing lichen planopilaris.
research A Comparative Study of Skin Transcriptomes and Histological Observations for Black and White Hair Colors of Giant Panda
The study found that giant pandas have more melanin in black hair follicles than white, with gene expression differences that could affect hair color and skin health.
research Evaluation of Metabolic and Hormonal Parameters in Women with PCOS Living in the Black Sea Region
Women with PCOS have a higher risk of metabolic syndrome and need lifestyle changes and treatment.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia in Association with Sjögren's Syndrome: More Than a Simple Coincidence
Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia may be linked to autoimmune diseases like Sjögren's syndrome.
research Symptomatic Hypercalcemia and Scarring Alopecia as Presenting Features of Sarcoidosis
Sarcoidosis can cause severe high calcium levels, hair loss, and kidney failure.
research Trichostasis Spinulosa of the Scalp Mimicking Alopecia Areata Black Dots
A man's scalp condition was misidentified as hair loss dots but was actually a common follicular disorder.
research Dyeing Regions of Oxidative Hair Dyes in Human Hair Investigated by Nanoscale Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry
Hair dye colors mainly target melanin granules in black hair.
research Hyperpigmented Upper Eyelid: A Clue to the Diagnosis of Facial Lichen Planus Pigmentosus in a Patient with Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia
Upper eyelid hyperpigmentation can help diagnose facial lichen planus pigmentosus in patients with frontal fibrosing alopecia.
research Identification of Differentially Expressed Genes Affecting Hair and Cashmere Growth in the Laiwu Black Goat by Microarray
Specific genes influence hair and cashmere growth in Laiwu black goats.
research Could The Use Of Personal Care Oils In Black Women Contribute To Recent Findings Of An Increased Risk Of Breast Cancer In This Population?
Using certain hair products may increase breast cancer risk in black women.
research Acne Keloidalis: A Review
Acne keloidalis is a chronic skin condition on the back of the neck in young black men, needing surgery for severe cases.
research Contact Dermatitis to Minoxidil
Minoxidil can cause skin irritation like eczema and rash in some users.
research Trichostasis Spinulosa of the Heel: Unique Presentation with Characteristic Morphology
A rare skin condition usually on the face was found on a man's heel.
research A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Mental Health Among Black Asian Minority Ethnic Populations
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) increases the risk of mental health disorders, but its impact on Black Asian Minority Ethnic groups isn't fully known.
research A Retrospective Chart Review of Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia Patients at a Single Urban Institution
Most patients with Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia at the reviewed institution were middle-aged Black women, often with no symptoms, and commonly treated with topical medications.
research Corkscrew Hair: A New Dermoscopic Sign for Diagnosis of Tinea Capitis in Black Children
Corkscrew hair may be a new sign for quickly diagnosing scalp fungus in black children.
research Perceived Predation Risk Predicts Glucocorticoid Hormones, But Not Reproductive Success in a Colonial Rodent
Prairie dogs with fewer neighbors are more stressed but their number of babies isn't affected.
research The Twisting Tale of Woolly Hair: A Trait with Many Causes
New genes linked to woolly hair have been found, which could help treat it and change hair texture.
research Decreased Benzothiazole-Type Pheomelanin in Regrown Brown Hair in Alopecia Areata
The girl's regrown brown hair had less of certain pigments than her original black hair.
research Quetiapine-Induced Hair Loss in an Adolescent Case
A teenager's hair loss was caused by the drug quetiapine but improved after stopping the medication.
research Comprehensive Review of Tinea Capitis in Adults: Epidemiology, Risk Factors, Clinical Presentations, and Management
Tinea capitis in adults, especially postmenopausal Black women, needs prompt treatment with oral antifungals to avoid scarring.
research Hair Casts and Cutaneous Spicules in Multiple Myeloma
Hair casts and cutaneous spicules can be signs of multiple myeloma.
research Pruritic Trichostasis Spinulosa: A Rare Variant
A rare hair follicle disorder can cause itchy, bluish-black bumps on the body.
research Prevalence of Cervical Insufficiency in Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Women with polycystic ovarian syndrome are more likely to have cervical insufficiency, especially South Asian and Black women.
research Scalp Hair Repigmentation in the Penumbral Region of Radiotherapy: A Case Series
Radiotherapy can cause rare changes in hair color, which should be discussed with patients.
research Scalp Alopecias in Richly Pigmented Patients
Hair care practices like using relaxers and tight braiding can lead to permanent hair loss in black women.
research Epidemiology of Alopecia Areata in Hispanic/Latinx Patients
Hispanic/Latinx patients with alopecia areata often have it before age 40, with females and certain health conditions like rheumatoid arthritis more commonly affected.
research Alopecia Associated With Syringomas
The report suggests a possible link between hair loss and hidden scalp tumors but states more evidence is needed to confirm this.