research Disorders of the Hair and Scalp
The document concludes that while some hair and scalp disorders can be treated, hair loss from destroyed follicles is permanent, and damaged hair can only regrow naturally.
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research Acute Versus Chronic Telogen Hair Loss: A Review of the Knowledge and Recent Facts
Acute telogen effluvium can be resolved by addressing causes, but chronic telogen effluvium is harder to treat.
research Videodermoscopy in the Evaluation of Hair and Scalp Disorders
Videodermoscopy improves diagnosis of hair and scalp disorders and may reduce scalp biopsies.
research Ultraviolet Light-Induced Leukoderma of the Scalp Associated with Androgenetic Alopecia: Senescent Actinic Depigmentation of the Scalp
UV light causes skin color loss in bald areas; wear a cap and use sunscreen.
research Inducible Skin-Associated Lymphoid Tissue (iSALT) Detected in Scalp Treated with Topical Immunotherapy for Alopecia Areata
Topical immunotherapy for alopecia areata may work by creating immune cell clusters in the skin.
research Adverse Cutaneous Reactions to the New Second-Generation Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors (Dasatinib, Nilotinib) in Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
Many patients on new leukemia drugs had mild to moderate skin reactions.
research Treatments for Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp: A Systematic Review and Treatment Algorithm
More research is needed to find the best treatment for dissecting cellulitis of the scalp.
research An Ancestral Recipe of Champigny Saumure for Topical Use in Combatting Patton-Lynch's Erosive Pustular Dermatosis of the Scalp
An old recipe called "Champigny Saumure" might help treat a rare scalp condition.
research Histopathology of Alopecia Areata, Acute and Chronic: Why Is It Important to the Clinician?
Recognizing the different stages of alopecia areata is crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
research Erosive Pustular Dermatosis of the Scalp from Topical Minoxidil 5% Solution
A woman developed a scalp condition from using minoxidil, which improved with a different treatment but left scarring.
research Hormones and Clocks: Do They Disrupt the Locks? Fluctuating Estrogen Levels During Menopausal Transition May Influence Clock Genes and Trigger Chronic Telogen Effluvium
Changing estrogen levels during menopause might affect genes related to body rhythms and cause increased hair loss.
research A 30-Year-Old Man with Recurrent Scaling and Itching of the Scalp
A man has a common skin condition called seborrheic dermatitis, treated with special shampoos and sometimes medication.
research Treatment of Chronic Telogen Effluvium with Oral Minoxidil: A Retrospective Study
Oral minoxidil effectively reduces hair shedding in women with CTE, with no major side effects.
research Unusual Clinical Manifestations of Chronic Discoid Lupus Erythematosus
A woman with discoid lupus improved with treatment after being misdiagnosed with a different hair loss condition.
research Localized Alopecic Myxedema of the Scalp
A person with thyroid problems had rare, swollen, bald spots on their scalp caused by a condition usually found on the shins.
research Identification of Biomarkers in Affected Hair Follicles from Chronic Discoid Lupus Erythematosus by Weighted Gene Co-Expression Network Analysis
Key genes linked to immune response are upregulated in hair follicles and skin tissues in chronic discoid lupus erythematosus.
research Focal Photodamage on the Occipital Scalp
Baseball caps don't fully protect bald spots on the back of the head from sun damage; wear wide-brimmed hats or use sunscreen.
research Acute and Chronic Telogen Effluvium
Hair shedding that lasts more than 6 months may need medical tests, but often just reassurance is enough.
research A Cross-Sectional Study of Clinical, Dermoscopic, Histopathological, and Molecular Patterns of Scalp Melanoma in Patients With or Without Androgenetic Alopecia
Scalp melanoma is more common and easier to diagnose early in people with androgenetic alopecia due to sun damage.
research Coexistence of Chronic Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus and Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia
A patient had both chronic cutaneous lupus erythematosus and frontal fibrosing alopecia.
research Dasatinib-Induced Leukotrichia in a Patient With Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia
A woman's hair turned white after taking a cancer drug called dasatinib.
research Hair-Follicle Transplant Into Chronic Ulcers: A New Graft Concept
Transplanting hair follicles into chronic ulcers helps them heal better.
research Massive Pilomatrixoma of the Scalp: A Case Report
A large scalp tumor was removed from an elderly woman, who was later diagnosed with schizophrenia.
research Erosive Pustular Dermatosis of the Scalp
Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp causes painful, scarring skin lesions on the scalp, mainly in elderly people with sun-damaged skin.
research Chronic Alopecia: A Case of Trichotillomania in a 27-Year-Old Woman
A woman's hair loss was due to trichotillomania, which is often misdiagnosed and can require different treatments based on age and underlying conditions.
research Counting Hairs: Is It Androgenetic Alopecia or Chronic Telogen Effluvium?
Hair count is important to distinguish between genetic hair thinning (Androgenetic Alopecia) and hair thinning caused by disrupted hair growth (Chronic Telogen Effluvium).
research Erosive Pustular Dermatosis of the Scalp Following Topical Latanoprost for Androgenetic Alopecia
Latanoprost may cause scalp inflammation and delayed healing.
research Weathering of the Hairless Scalp: A Study Using Skin Capacitance Imaging and Ultraviolet Light-Enhanced Visualization
The study found that long-term sun exposure does not significantly affect follicular plugs on the scalp, and the scalp's appearance is unique compared to other body parts.
research Treatment of Subacute and Chronic Discoid Lupus Erythematosus with Intensive Calcium Pantothenate Therapy
Calcium pantothenate therapy improved symptoms of discoid lupus erythematosus without side effects.
research COVID-19-Induced Scalp Alopecia Treated Effectively with Stem Cell Serum
Stem cell serum effectively treated hair loss caused by COVID-19.