research Evidence or Experience: That Is the Question
The editorial concludes that while evidence-based medicine is crucial, doctors should also use their own experience and consider patient preferences in dermatology care.
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research A Case of Scarring Alopecia
The woman was diagnosed with lichen planopilaris and can be treated with corticosteroids.
research Results of Stage I in a Phase II Randomized Bilateral Comparison of Bexarotene 1% Topical Gel in Alopecia Areata
Bexarotene 1% topical gel helped some patients with alopecia areata regrow hair.
research Update on Nail Disorders
Not all nail problems are caused by fungus, new allergens are being identified, PCOS has various treatments, and aesthetic procedures like Botox are advancing.
research Metabolic Syndrome: Clinical and Pathophysiological Features and Treatment Options
Metabolic syndrome can cause serious health issues and should be considered when treating women with severe acne.
research Botulinum Toxin: Pearls and Pitfalls
Doctors should recognize various nail disorders, new allergens, and metabolic syndrome in patients, and use botulinum toxin carefully in aesthetic procedures.
research New Allergens for the 21st Century
Recognizing new allergens can help reduce contact dermatitis cases.
research Announcements
Various dermatology events and meetings were announced for 1998.
research Telogen Effluvium: A Response
Both parties agree that cell death is important in the hair cycle, but they have different views on the role of the catagen phase and hair shedding.
research Classified Advertising for Dermatology Positions and Services Across the United States
The document lists dermatology job ads across the U.S. with good pay and benefits.
research Abstracts
The document concludes that misdiagnosis in skin conditions is common, certain treatments can cause allergic reactions, and some skin symptoms are linked to leukemia, especially in certain Japanese regions.
research Abstracts
Oral spironolactone and isotretinoin are effective for treating acne.
research New England Dermatological Society Meeting on October 1, 1961
Reassurance is important for postpartum hair shedding as it likely won't cause complete baldness.
research Low-Level Laser Therapy for Androgenetic Alopecia
LLLT increases hair density and growth in AGA patients.
research E.L.F. Square Waves: A New Therapy for Androgenetic Alopecia?
New therapy helps treat hair loss.
research E.L.F. Square Waves: A New Therapy for Androgenetic Alopecia?
New therapy helps treat hair loss.
research Plants Used in Cosmetics
Natural products in cosmetics are beneficial for skin and hair care with low toxicity.
research Minoxidil: Mechanisms of Action on Hair Growth
Minoxidil boosts hair growth by opening potassium channels and increasing cell activity.
research Alopecia Areata Update
Half of people with Alopecia Areata may see hair regrowth within a year without treatment, but recovery is unpredictable.
research Treatment of Hair Loss
Finasteride and minoxidil are effective for hair loss, but continued research is needed for better treatments.
research The Rotterdam Study: 2018 Update on Objectives, Design, and Main Results
The Rotterdam Study updated findings on elderly health, focusing on heart disease, genetics, lifestyle effects, and disease understanding.
research American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, American College of Endocrinology, and Androgen Excess and PCOS Society Disease State Clinical Review: Guide to the Best Practices in the Evaluation and Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome - Part 1
The guide recommends specific methods for diagnosing PCOS and various treatments for its symptoms, while considering the health impacts on adolescents.
research Recent Understandings of Biology, Prophylaxis, and Treatment Strategies for Hypertrophic Scars and Keloids
The document concludes that the understanding of scar formation is incomplete and current prevention and treatment for hypertrophic scars and keloids are not fully effective.
research Familial Aggregation of Alopecia Areata
Alopecia areata, a common autoimmune hair loss condition, often runs in families.
research Visually Scoring Hirsutism
The modified Ferriman-Gallwey method is a useful tool for diagnosing hirsutism.
research Severe Cutaneous Adverse Reactions to Drugs
Some drugs can cause rare but potentially deadly skin reactions, and early treatment and avoiding the drug again are key.
research Dermoscopy in General Dermatology: A Practical Overview
Dermoscopy is a useful tool for identifying features of skin conditions, but more research is needed to define its role in dermatology.
research Identification of a Secreted BMP Antagonist, Ectodin, Integrating BMP, FGF, and SHH Signals from the Tooth Enamel Knot
Ectodin integrates BMP, SHH, and FGF signals in developing ectodermal organs.
research Melanocyte Stem Cells: A Melanocyte Reservoir in Hair Follicles for Hair and Skin Pigmentation
Melanocyte stem cells in hair follicles are key for hair color and could help treat greying and pigment disorders.
research Nutritional Factors and Hair Loss
Low iron and L-lysine levels can cause hair loss in women, and increasing these nutrients can reduce hair shedding.