research Guidelines for the management of alopecia areata
The 2003 guidelines suggest that while some treatments can regrow hair in alopecia areata, none alter the disease's progression, and wigs may be the best option for extensive hair loss.
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research Epidemiology and burden of alopecia areata: a systematic review
Alopecia areata is a common autoimmune disease affecting about 2% of people, causing significant disability and often associated with mental health issues and other autoimmune conditions.
research Postinflammatory hyperpigmentation: a common but troubling condition
Postinflammatory hyperpigmentation causes dark skin patches and needs personalized treatment.
research The histopathologic spectrum of psoriasis
Psoriasis skin changes are complex and might need several biopsies for a clear diagnosis.
research Acute diffuse and total alopecia: A new subtype of alopecia areata with a favorable prognosis
A new type of rapid hair loss called ADTA usually gets better on its own within 6 months.
research Factors Associated with Severity of Alopecia Areata
More research is needed to understand alopecia areata severity.
research Platelets rich plasma versus minoxidil 5% in treatment of alopecia areata: A trichoscopic evaluation
PRP more effective than minoxidil 5% for treating alopecia areata.
research Acute Diffuse and Total Alopecia of the Female Scalp
A new type of sudden, complete female hair loss was found, with most patients fully recovering within 6 months without needing steroid treatment.
research The Ludwig pattern of androgenetic alopecia is due to a hierarchy of androgen sensitivity within follicular units that leads to selective miniaturization and a reduction in the number of terminal hairs per follicular unit
Ludwig pattern hair loss in women results from varying sensitivity in hair follicles, causing fewer visible hairs.
research Environmental stress but not subjective distress in children or adolescents with alopecia areata
Kids with alopecia areata may experience more stress but not necessarily feel more anxious or depressed than others.
research Significance of Dermoscopy in Acute Diffuse and Total Alopecia of the Female Scalp: Review of Twenty Cases
Dermoscopy effectively distinguishes between acute total hair loss and other types of female hair loss.
research The Transverse Anatomy of Androgenic Alopecia
The study found that horizontal sections of scalp biopsies are better for analyzing hair loss, showing fewer hairs and more fine hairs in balding areas.
research Alopecia areata during Interferon Alpha-2b/Ribavirin Therapy
A woman's hair loss during treatment with specific hepatitis C drugs grew back after stopping the medication.
research Effects of topical application of growth factors followed by microneedle therapy in women with female pattern hair loss: A pilot study
Growth factors and microneedle therapy increase hair density in women with hair loss.
research A novel therapeutic paradigm for patients with extensive alopecia areata
New treatments targeting immune pathways show promise for severe hair loss but need more research for safety and effectiveness.
research Differential diagnosis of hair loss in children. Differentialdiagnose des Haarausfalls bei Kindern
The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for children with hair loss to prevent permanent damage, although not all conditions can be effectively treated.
research Alopecia areata: a long‐term follow‐up study of 104 patients
Older age at onset of alopecia areata leads to less severe and shorter episodes, with most patients experiencing significant hair regrowth.
research Surgical Anatomy of the Scalp
Understanding scalp anatomy is crucial for successful and safe scalp surgery.
research Hair Transplantation Update
The document details hair transplantation techniques and innovations, highlighting Follicular Unit Transplantation as the standard and discussing the effectiveness and challenges of the procedure.
research A rare repigmentation pattern in a vitiligo patient: a clue to an epidermal stem-cell reservoir of melanocytes?
Repigmentation in vitiligo may come from melanocyte stem cells in the skin.
research The Arrector Pili Muscle and the Follicular Unit of the Scalp: A Microscopic Anatomy Study
The study found that hair follicles are above muscle connections in the scalp, which may help protect stem cell areas.
research Comparison of quality of life in patients with androgenetic alopecia and alopecia areata
Both androgenetic alopecia and alopecia areata negatively impact quality of life, with no significant difference between them.
research Psychosomatic aspects of alopecia areata
The conclusion is that understanding and addressing the psychological effects of alopecia areata is important for effective treatment.
research A Study to Evaluate the Efficacy of Various Topical Treatment Modalities for Alopecia Areata
Steroids are the best treatment for Alopecia Areata with few side effects.
research Cutaneous manifestations of metabolic diseases: uncommon presentations
Some skin problems can be signs of diabetes or other metabolic diseases and recognizing them can help diagnose and treat these diseases early.
research Nail Involvement in Alopecia Areata: A Questionnaire-based Survey on Clinical Signs, Impact on Quality of Life and Review of the Literature
Most people with alopecia areata have nail changes, which are common but don't greatly affect their quality of life.
research A Rational Approach to the Treatment of Vitiligo and Other Hypomelanoses
Tailor treatments for vitiligo to patient needs for best results.
research Hair loss at injection sites of mesotherapy for alopecia
Mesotherapy for hair loss can sometimes cause more hair loss and scarring.
research Cutaneous manifestations of endocrine-metabolic disease and nutritional deficiency in the elderly
Skin problems in older people can indicate hormonal diseases, nutritional deficiencies, or conditions like diabetes, menopause, and HIV.
research Molecular pathology of skin adnexal tumours
New markers and pathways have been found in skin tumors, helping better understand and diagnose them.