research Office Diagnosis of Hair Shaft Defects
The document explains how to identify different hair problems using a microscope.
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research Follicular Streamers (Stelae) in Scarring and Non-Scarring Alopecia
Hair root sheaths are more common in non-scarring hair loss and help diagnose the type of hair loss.
research Effects of Finasteride on Apoptosis and Regulation of the Human Hair Cycle
Finasteride helps hair growth by decreasing cell death in hair follicles.
research Laser Hair Removal: Efficacy and Challenges
Laser hair removal works well for people with dark hair and light skin, but it's less effective for light hair or dark skin; improvements are expected.
research Effects of Finasteride on Apoptosis and Regulation of the Human Hair Cycle
Finasteride affects hair growth by changing caspase and XIAP levels, potentially treating hair diseases.
research Primary Scalp Alopecia: New Histopathological Tools, New Concepts, and a Practical Guide to Diagnosis
The document concludes that new methods improve the accuracy of diagnosing scalp alopecia and challenges the old way of classifying it.
research Histopathologic Diagnosis of Multifactorial Alopecia
Some people's hair loss is caused by multiple factors, with the most common being a mix of AGA and CCCA.
research Miniaturization of Sebaceous Glands: A Novel Histopathological Finding in Pemphigus Vulgaris and Pemphigus Foliaceus of the Scalp
People with pemphigus vulgaris and pemphigus foliaceus often have smaller sebaceous glands on their scalp.
research Desmoplastic Melanoma Presenting as Primary Alopecia Neoplastica: A Report of Two Cases
Two women were diagnosed with a rare melanoma that looked like hair loss but was actually a type of skin cancer.
research A Prostaglandin D-Synthase-Positive Mast Cell Gradient Characterizes Scalp Patterning
Certain immune cells are more common on the top of the head and might help predict or treat common hair loss.
research Female-Patterned Alopecia in Teenage Brothers with Unusual Histologic Features
Two teenage brothers had a rare, treatment-resistant form of female-pattern hair loss with unusual scalp changes.
research Diagnosis: Alopecia Areata or Not?
Scalp biopsies are essential for accurately diagnosing alopecia areata.
research Dermatopathology of Common Hair Problems
Examining scalp biopsies in different ways helps better diagnose hair loss types.
research Gene Therapy: Recent Advances and Applications in Dermatology
Gene therapy shows promise for treating skin disorders and cancer, but faces technical challenges.
research The Use of Janus Kinase Inhibitors in Alopecia Areata: A Review of the Literature
JAK inhibitors show promise for treating hair loss in alopecia areata but need more clinical trials to confirm safety and effectiveness.
research Alopecia Mucinosa: Report of a Case and Review
Alopecia mucinosa can be treated successfully with minocycline.
research Viral-Associated Trichodysplasia Spinulosa: A Case with Electron Microscopic and Molecular Detection of the Trichodysplasia Spinulosa-Associated Human Polyomavirus
A rare skin condition was confirmed to be associated with a specific virus in a young girl.
research Hair Greying Is Associated With Active Hair Growth
White hair grows thicker and faster than black hair due to higher activity of growth-related genes and proteins.
research Description of Skin Lesions
The document explains different types of skin lesions and their characteristics, causes, and related conditions.
research Lymphocytic Mural Folliculitis and Pancreatic Carcinoma in a Cat
Lymphocytic mural folliculitis in cats might be an early sign of pancreatic cancer.
research Role of the Wnt Signaling Pathway in Keratoacanthoma
The Wnt signaling pathway is not a major factor in the development of keratoacanthoma, a type of skin tumor.
research Skin Wound Healing in Humans and Mice: Challenges in Translational Research
The document concludes that mouse models are helpful but have limitations for skin wound healing research, and suggests using larger animals and genetically modified mice for better human application.
research Eruptive Vellus Hair Cysts: A Systematic Review
Eruptive vellus hair cysts are a cosmetic skin condition, more common in young adults, with few effective treatments.
research Cicatricial Alopecia in a 56-Year-Old Woman with Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura
Cicatricial alopecia involves scarring hair loss and can be treated with various medications.
research Mechanisms Regulating Skin Immunity and Inflammation
The document concludes that understanding how the skin's immune system and inflammation work is complex and requires more research to improve treatments for skin diseases.
research Follicular Targeting: A Promising Tool in Selective Dermatotherapy
Targeting hair follicles can improve skin treatments and reduce side effects.
research Peripheral Blood Gene Expression in Alopecia Areata Reveals Molecular Pathways Distinguishing Heritability, Disease, and Severity
Blood tests can help understand the genetic differences in people with alopecia areata, including how severe it is and if it's inherited.
research Skin Manifestations of Endocrine Diseases
Hormone imbalances from endocrine diseases can cause various skin conditions that help diagnose and treat these diseases early.
research Dermal Macrophage and Its Potential in Inducing Hair Follicle Regeneration
Dermal macrophages might help regrow hair.
research Attitudes of Men with Androgenetic Alopecia to Sun Protection
Most bald men don't protect their scalp from the sun, and doctors should encourage prevention.