research Immunologic Findings in Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia
CCCA may be caused by both hair traction and an immune response.
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research Definition of Hyperandrogenism
The document suggests new ways to assess and diagnose hyperandrogenism to improve accuracy.
research Primary Cicatricial Alopecias
The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for managing rare hair loss disorders and that more research is needed to improve treatment strategies.
research Dermatological Aspects of Primary Psychiatric Disorders
Psychological issues with skin problems worsen patients' lives and treatment.
research Investigation of Dermatological Manifestations in Maintenance Hemodialysis Patients
Patients on long-term hemodialysis often have skin problems related to their treatment.
research Lichen Planus – A Refractory Autoimmune Disorder
Lichen planus is a chronic autoimmune disease that is hard to treat and more common in women.
research Ocular Manifestations of Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome: A Rare Presentation
The report shows a young man with Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome had typical and additional eye problems related to the disease.
research Uncombable Hair Syndrome and Beyond
Uncombable hair syndrome causes frizzy hair and can affect the nervous system, eyes, and ears, often co-occurring with other hair, skin, nail, and teeth conditions, and is linked to three specific gene mutations.
research Ichthyosis Follicularis with Alopecia and Photophobia Syndrome (IFAP): A Case Report and Review of the Literature
The document describes a rare case of IFAP syndrome, a genetic condition with symptoms of hair loss, light sensitivity, and scaly skin.
research Contents
The document concludes that careful planning and execution of facial gender affirmation surgery after at least 12 months of hormonal therapy can improve the quality of life for transgender individuals.
research Developing a Device for Collecting Hair Follicles for Non-Incision Hair Transplantation
Researchers developed a new device that improves non-incision hair transplant efficiency.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: Clinical Features, Diagnosis, and Treatment Challenges
Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia is a type of hair loss affecting mostly older women, with no agreed best treatment.
research Nail Disorders
Different nail disorders are treated by targeting their specific causes and using appropriate medications or protective measures.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Detailed Examination and Management Strategies
PCOS is a genetic disorder affecting women's reproductive health, with treatments focused on symptoms like insulin resistance and fertility.
research Benign Skin Tumors: Overview, Clinical Features, Histopathology, and Treatment Options
Benign skin tumors need accurate diagnosis to ensure proper treatment.
research Trichoscopic and Clinical Characteristics of Temporal Triangular Alopecia: A Multicenter Study
The study found that Temporal Triangular Alopecia often starts in early childhood, mainly affects the left side of the scalp, and has no effective treatment except surgery.
research Contents
The document summarizes important skin care topics for non-specialist doctors, including treatments for skin conditions and the management of skin diseases.
research Plain Language Summaries of Dermatology Studies
Most clinicians follow discharge guidelines, many lupus patients don't use sunscreen regularly, dithranol is effective for psoriasis, biopsy methods should be based on lesion type, voriconazole may raise skin cancer risk, a new scale can help diagnose female hair loss early, and most melanomas may develop from existing moles.
research Research Snippets from the British Journal of Dermatology: Studies on Hair Growth and Skin Conditions
New hair regrowth model proposed, imiquimod found to kill skin cancer cells, T-cadherin loss linked to invasive skin cancer, no clear gene link to skin cancer after transplant, and study on children's hair loss shows male dominance and genetic ties.
research 15th Jornada de Dermatology of the Faculty of Medicine, Clínica Alemana – University of Desarrollo, Santiago, Chile, October 22-24, 2009
The 15th Jornada de Dermatología was a successful dermatology event with international experts discussing various topics.
research 20th Annual Symposium of the British Society of Pediatric Dermatology, 11-12 November 2005, Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK
The document reports unique growth lines in a child after Stevens-Johnson syndrome, skin reaction from parsnips and sun in a girl, and itchy skin with xanthomas in a boy with Alagille syndrome.
research Behcet's Disease and Complex Aphthosis
Aging affects hair density and skin health, and Behcet's disease, a complex condition with no specific test, involves sores and systemic issues, treated with various medications.
research Abstracts from the Symposium on the Pathophysiology of Hair Growth Organized by the Institute of Dermatology at the Royal Society of Medicine, 29 October 1987
The symposium concluded that hair growth involves complex processes, including the hair follicle life cycle, the role of the dermal papilla, hair strength, pigmentation, and the impact of diseases and treatments like minoxidil on hair and skin.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Comprehensive Overview and Diagnostic Criteria
PCOS is a complex condition with major health impacts, needing more research for better diagnosis and treatment.
research Androgen Receptor Antagonists Structure-Activity Relationships
Antiandrogens like flutamide are effective in treating conditions like prostate cancer and hair loss, but there's a need for more potent versions. Understanding their structure can help develop better treatments.
research Androgenetic Alopecia: Clinical Features, Classification, and Treatments
Male pattern hair loss is genetic and influenced by hormones, with treatments like minoxidil and surgery available.
research Hair Loss After Routine Immunizations
Some vaccines might rarely cause hair loss, more research is needed.
research Foxp3 Post-Translational Modifications and Treg Suppressive Activity
Changes to the Foxp3 protein affect how well regulatory T cells can control the immune system, which could help treat immune diseases and cancer.
research Psoriatic Alopecia/Alopecia Areata–Like Reactions Secondary to Anti–Tumor Necrosis Factor-α Therapy: A Novel Cause of Noncicatricial Alopecia
Anti-TNF therapy can cause a unique type of hair loss that may get better with topical treatments without stopping the therapy.
research Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia
CCCA is a scarring hair loss condition mainly in African descent women, possibly caused by genetics and hairstyling, treated with gentle hair care and medications.