63 citations,
May 2017 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” People with alopecia areata often have lower levels of vitamin D, zinc, and folate, but more research is needed to understand if supplements can help treat it.
151 citations,
July 2011 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Liposomal systems show promise for delivering drugs through the skin but face challenges like high costs and stability issues.
9 citations,
July 2020 in “Experimental Dermatology” Topical L-thyroxine may help with wound healing and hair growth but should be used short-term due to potential risks.
2 citations,
December 2023 in “Journal of clinical immunology” Ruxolitinib significantly improves multiple autoimmune conditions in APS-1 patients.
16 citations,
May 2006 in “The Journal of Dermatology” Peeling skin syndrome was successfully treated with a vitamin D cream.
1 citations,
January 2021 in “Journal of clinical and diagnostic research” Using Calcipotriol with Clobetasol is more effective for treating Alopecia Areata than using Clobetasol alone.
5 citations,
January 1995 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Calcipotriol does not improve the effectiveness of squaric acid dibutylester in treating alopecia areata.
January 2019 in “Figshare” Redheaded people have higher levels of vitamin D precursor, suggesting their hair color may be an adaptation to low sunlight areas.
August 2018 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Calcipotriol may effectively treat hair loss in alopecia areata, working better in children than adults.
1 citations,
January 2017 in “Current Dermatology Reports” Early baldness in men may indicate risks for obesity, metabolic syndrome, insulin resistance, and heart disease, similar to women with PCOS. Alopecia areata is often linked with autoimmune diseases and mental health issues. Certain hair disorders are due to genetic issues, and chemotherapy can cause hair loss through specific biological pathways. Iron deficiency's link to hair loss is still disputed.
August 2021 in “Indian dermatology online journal” A young boy with a rare skin and nail condition improved significantly with simple topical treatments.
July 2005 in “British Journal of Dermatology” New gene mutations linked to skin conditions were found, bacteria and chemicals may worsen acne, a dog mutation could exist in humans, virus-like elements might be involved in psoriasis, and a vitamin D3 treatment doesn't prevent chemotherapy-related hair loss.
December 2019 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Redheaded people have higher levels of a vitamin D precursor, suggesting red hair may be an adaptation for better vitamin D synthesis in areas with less sunlight.
5 citations,
June 2020 in “Experimental dermatology” Redheaded people may have evolved to efficiently make vitamin D in areas with less sunlight.
1 citations,
July 2001 in “PubMed” Acitretin treats severe skin conditions but requires careful monitoring due to serious side effects.
October 2011 in “Journal of dermatology” A man with a rare skin condition and a new gene mutation developed high calcium levels due to his treatment.
1 citations,
January 2022 in “Clinical Cases in Dermatology” A rare scalp condition was successfully treated with specific medications after 9 months.
6 citations,
March 2019 in “JAAD case reports” A new mix of anthralin and calcipotriene might help treat severe hair loss.
1 citations,
September 2013 in “PubMed” 23 citations,
September 2016 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Vitamin D levels do not affect the risk of developing alopecia areata.
January 2023 in “Our Dermatology Online” An old recipe called "Champigny Saumure" might help treat a rare scalp condition.
1 citations,
July 2017 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” A woman developed permanent hair loss after a face-lift surgery despite various treatments.
16 citations,
October 2013 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Scalp condition healed with prednisone and tacrolimus.
65 citations,
November 2008 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Phototherapy is effective and well-tolerated for treating childhood psoriasis and pityriasis lichenoides chronica.
January 2019 in “Menoufia Medical Journal” Lower vitamin D levels may contribute to female hair loss.
13 citations,
January 2012 in “Case reports in dermatological medicine” An 84-year-old man got a rare scalp condition from using imiquimod cream, which was cured with systemic steroids.
271 citations,
September 2008 in “Nutrition reviews” Vitamin D receptor interacts with certain dietary components to help prevent diseases and regulate hair growth.
41 citations,
June 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Some treatments for folliculitis decalvans work well, with tetracyclines and a mix of rifampicin and clindamycin being most effective.
62 citations,
December 2013 in “Aaps Journal” Squarticles effectively deliver hair growth drugs to follicles and dermal papilla cells.
13 citations,
April 2021 in “Value in Health” There is a significant need for better-validated quality of life tools in dermatology.