70 citations,
May 2014 in “JAMA Dermatology” The representation of skin conditions in medical reviews partly matches their real-world impact.
Minoxidil helps stimulate hair growth and enlarge small follicles in common hair loss, but doesn't stop it, and its effects can be boosted when combined with finasteride.
58 citations,
January 2018 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” Alopecia significantly lowers women's quality of life, with psychological and social challenges, highlighting the importance of early treatment and support.
38 citations,
January 2017 in “PPAR Research” PPAR-γ helps control skin oil glands and inflammation, and its disruption can cause hair loss diseases.
July 2021 in “Indian journal of dermatopathology and diagnostic dermatology” Trichoscopy is a reliable method for diagnosing hair and scalp disorders quickly and non-invasively.
3 citations,
September 2020 in “Case reports in dermatological medicine” Misdiagnosing kerion as a bacterial infection can lead to unnecessary surgery and permanent hair loss.
48 citations,
April 2010 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Men are more likely to get infectious skin diseases, while women are more prone to autoimmune and pigment-related skin conditions, influenced by biological and environmental factors.
32 citations,
January 2019 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Minoxidil helps treat eyebrow thinning, monilethrix, early hair loss, and shortens chemo-related hair loss.
November 2023 in “European medical journal. Dermatology” Early diagnosis and new treatments are crucial to prevent permanent hair loss in scarring alopecia.
44 citations,
November 2011 in “The Journal of Dermatology” New understanding of the causes of primary cicatricial alopecia has led to better diagnosis and potential new treatments.
158 citations,
February 2000 in “Archives of dermatology” Some people with pattern hair loss may also have scalp inflammation and scarring similar to lichen planopilaris.
November 2023 in “International journal of Ayurveda and pharma research” The herbal hair oil effectively promotes hair growth, nourishes the scalp, and prevents dandruff.
November 2023 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” Disrupted cholesterol production impairs hair follicle stem cells, leading to hair loss.
March 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” People with Primary Cicatricial Alopecia have a higher risk of heart disease.
January 2019 in “Springer eBooks” Acne is linked to inflammation and insulin resistance, and is associated with various syndromes that require different treatments.
July 2023 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” The document concludes that understanding hair follicle histology and the hair cycle is crucial for diagnosing alopecia.
The document discusses various diseases of the outer ear, categorized by symptoms like redness, crusts, bumps, pus-filled lesions, lumps, ulcers, and hair loss.
2 citations,
February 2009 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Many research paper titles in dermatology journals lack scientific precision.
October 2023 in “European medical journal. Dermatology” Hair loss greatly affects quality of life, and dermatologists are crucial for proper diagnosis and treatment.
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2 citations,
October 2023 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” More research is needed to understand hair and scalp disorders in people with skin of color.
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October 2022 in “Regenerative Therapy” New regenerative treatments for hair loss show promise but need more research for confirmation.
113 citations,
August 2016 in “Mycopathologia” New topical antifungals and delivery systems are improving treatment for fungal skin infections, but patient education and prevention are key.
28 citations,
September 1998 in “Medical Clinics of North America” Most hair loss can be diagnosed with patient history and physical exam, and a few common types make up most cases.
January 2022 in “Aesthetic surgery journal” Extracellular vesicles may effectively treat hair loss with minimal side effects.
12 citations,
March 2022 in “Frontiers in Nutrition” Obesity is linked to various skin conditions and issues, and losing weight can improve these conditions.
January 2024 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” Lymecycline may help with Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia but needs more research.
December 2021 in “Turkderm” The COVID-19 pandemic led to fewer dermatology patients, more stress-related skin conditions during the crisis, and a rise in contact dermatitis after, with ongoing concerns for public health and treatment delays.
January 2025 in “Journal of Fungi” Advanced dermoscopy techniques improve diagnosis and treatment monitoring for Kerion celsi but don't guarantee full hair regrowth.