1 citations,
July 2019 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Minoxidil was more effective than laser therapy for hair loss, and the report also highlighted the need for more research on PRP for a different hair loss condition, the impact of social media on alopecia views, and a warning on turmeric causing nail discoloration.
1 citations,
November 2017 in “Skin appendage disorders” Ingrown hairs are a common feature in scarring alopecias due to follicular damage.
New treatments for skin conditions show promise, especially Coacillium® for hair growth in young people with alopecia areata.
January 2019 in “Georg Thieme Verlag eBooks” Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy can effectively treat various hair loss conditions, improve hair count, thickness, and density, and potentially speed up results when combined with surgical techniques.
February 2016 in “Acta Medica Marisiensis” A woman with chronic hepatitis C had a rare skin condition linked to her illness.
April 2012 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks” The document concludes that diagnosing hair loss requires evaluating multiple histological features, as no single feature is definitive on its own.
April 2012 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks” Classifying hair diseases, like alopecia, is difficult and needs more research to understand their causes.
January 2011 in “International Journal of Trichology” The conference highlighted new diagnostic tools, the role of genetics in hair loss, and emerging treatments.
July 2018 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Hair regrowth was seen in 83% of children with alopecia, immune system plays a role in the condition, and various treatments showed effectiveness for hair and nail disorders.
January 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document concludes that alopecia has various forms, each with specific treatments, but no definitive cure for certain types like CCCA has been proven.
April 2017 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” The session covered updates on skin treatments, including radiotherapy, imiquimod, acitretin, JAK inhibitors, and strategies for managing rosacea and preventing surgical infections.
January 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The woman has a type of scarring hair loss with red bumps around hair follicles.
January 2012 in “Yearbook of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery” Studying acne-related syndromes helps us understand acne causes and can lead to new treatments.
304 citations,
July 2006 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Videodermoscopy improves diagnosis of hair and scalp disorders and may reduce scalp biopsies.
29 citations,
June 2013 in “Journal of the Saudi Society of Dermatology & Dermatologic Surgery” Alopecia areata is an autoimmune hair loss condition treated with corticosteroids, and histologic confirmation is the best diagnosis method.
May 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Mycophenolate mofetil may improve symptoms and stop hair loss in Lichen planopilaris, but more research is needed.
53 citations,
March 2014 in “Cold Spring Harbor Perspectives in Medicine” The document explains different types of hair loss, their causes, and treatments, and suggests future research areas.
16 citations,
July 2013 in “The American Journal of Dermatopathology” Pigmented casts are common in several hair loss conditions and can help diagnose specific types of alopecia.
13 citations,
March 2016 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology” Some people's hair loss is caused by multiple factors, with the most common being a mix of AGA and CCCA.
April 2021 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Lichen planopilaris in men often affects the scalp, eyebrows, arms, legs, and beard, with many having family members with hair loss.
March 2021 in “CRC Press eBooks” New hair treatment methods are evolving, with microneedling as a promising technique for hair growth.
3 citations,
January 2020 in “Clinical dermatology review” Trichoscopy is useful for diagnosing hair and scalp disorders in people with darker skin.
1 citations,
March 2013 in “Journal of Dermatological Case Reports” A rare skin condition affected only the facial hair of a 46-year-old man.
November 2024 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” Google trends show varying interest in alopecia types, but it's not a reliable health measure.
3 citations,
October 2021 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery” Early diagnosis and aggressive treatment are important for managing scarring alopecia; hair transplantation's effectiveness is uncertain.
1 citations,
August 2023 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” The guide helps dermatologists diagnose and treat different types of hair loss.
1 citations,
October 2022 in “European medical journal” The congress highlighted concerns about the effectiveness of over-the-counter nail treatments, the link between hair loss and daily care products, and the safety of skin treatments during COVID-19.
July 2021 in “Authorea (Authorea)” Graham-Little Piccardi Lassueur Syndrome is a rare skin condition with specific hair loss and skin symptoms.
18 citations,
March 2022 in “Drug design, development and therapy” Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) may help with various hair loss types, but more research is needed to find the best use method.
5 citations,
November 2021 in “Skin appendage disorders” Hair loss can cause stress and mental health issues, so treatments should address both the physical and psychological aspects, involving a team of dermatologists, psychologists, and hair specialists.