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      News in Brief

      research News in Brief

      June 2010 in “Expert Review of Dermatology”
      Scientists found key proteins and genes that affect skin and hair health, and identified potential new treatments for hair loss, skin disorders, and wound healing.
      Main Plenary Sessions: Summaries of Papers

      research Main Plenary Sessions: Summaries of Papers

      June 2008 in “British Journal of Dermatology”
      UK medical students lack dermatology education, liver biopsy patients with risk factors show more fibrosis, and certain fungi resist drugs due to melanin; genetics may influence female hair loss.
      Alopecia Areata Incognita

      research Alopecia Areata Incognita

      December 2007 in “CRC Press eBooks”
      Alopecia areata incognita causes widespread hair loss without patches and needs a scalp biopsy for diagnosis.
      Cancer

      research Cancer

      July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery”
      Some medications can improve skin conditions, while lifestyle factors like smoking and drinking may worsen them; treatments like monoclonal antibodies and imiquimod cream show promise for certain skin diseases.
      Psoriasis, Acne, and Disorders of Keratinization

      research Psoriasis, Acne, and Disorders of Keratinization

      July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery”
      Treating psoriasis with UVB light three times a week is faster than twice a week, and certain medications and lifestyle factors affect psoriasis treatment outcomes.
      Internal Medicine: Retrospective Review of 120 Patients Over a 10-Year Period

      research Internal Medicine: Retrospective Review of 120 Patients Over a 10-Year Period

      July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery”
      Certain drugs can cause skin lupus, but stopping the drug usually helps. Vaccines work against smallpox, genital herpes, and a type of human papillomavirus. More frequent light therapy clears psoriasis faster. Certain treatments work for psoriasis and dermatitis. A specific cream effectively treats a type of skin cancer. Low iron levels aren't directly linked to chronic hair loss.
      Wound Healing and Hair

      research Wound Healing and Hair

      July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery”
      Certain drugs can cause lupus, stopping these drugs is the main treatment. NB-UVB phototherapy clears psoriasis faster when applied three times a week. Monoclonal antibodies and oral pimecrolimus are effective in treating psoriasis. Smoking and drinking are linked to psoriasis in men. No direct link between low iron and hair loss was found. Vaccines are effective against genital herpes and human papillomavirus type 16.
      Pediatric Dermatology

      research Pediatric Dermatology

      July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery”
      Skin problems are common in Bangladesh due to arsenic, prompt treatment of diabetic foot ulcers is crucial, maternal transmission causes most neonatal herpes, treatments for pediatric vasculitis are effective, the chickenpox vaccine works, more frequent UVB therapy helps psoriasis, certain jobs increase hand dermatitis risk, monoclonal antibodies treat psoriasis well, lifestyle affects psoriasis, alefacept improves psoriasis, imiquimod cream partially clears basal cell carcinoma, and iron may not help chronic hair loss.
      HIV, Fungal, and Infectious Diseases

      research HIV, Fungal, and Infectious Diseases

      July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery”
      The document concludes that various treatments for skin conditions are effective, but some require further research, and certain factors like gender and lifestyle can influence disease outcomes.
      Phototherapy, Photomedicine, and Pigmentary Disorders

      research Phototherapy, Photomedicine, and Pigmentary Disorders

      July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery”
      Stopping certain drugs can improve skin conditions, arsenicosis affects over half of a Bangladeshi village, males are more vulnerable, and certain treatments are effective for warts, acne, and psoriasis. Smoking and drinking are linked to psoriasis in men, a cream helps with a type of skin cancer, and low iron levels don't directly cause chronic hair loss in women.
      Psoriasis

      research Psoriasis

      August 1994 in “Drugs & Therapy Perspectives”
      Psoriasis treatments range from topical creams to systemic medications with serious side effects, and while treatments can manage symptoms, there is no cure.
      The Rotterdam Study: 2014 Objectives and Design Update

      research The Rotterdam Study: 2014 Objectives and Design Update

      266 citations, November 2013 in “European Journal of Epidemiology”
      The Rotterdam Study aims to understand disease causes in the elderly and has found new risk factors and genetic influences on various conditions.
      The Rotterdam Study: 2012 Objectives and Design Update

      research The Rotterdam Study: 2012 Objectives and Design Update

      247 citations, August 2011 in “European Journal of Epidemiology”
      The Rotterdam Study updated its design and objectives in 2012, providing insights into various diseases in the elderly, including skin cancer, bone health, liver disease, neurological and psychiatric conditions, and respiratory issues.
      Pathobiology of Chemotherapy-Induced Hair Loss

      research Pathobiology of Chemotherapy-Induced Hair Loss

      218 citations, January 2013 in “The Lancet Oncology”
      Chemotherapy causes hair loss by damaging hair follicles and stem cells, with more research needed for prevention and treatment.
      The Human Tri-Peptide GHK and Tissue Remodeling

      research The Human Tri-Peptide GHK and Tissue Remodeling

      165 citations, January 2008 in “Journal of biomaterials science. Polymer ed.”
      The peptide GHK-Cu helps heal and remodel tissue, improves skin and hair health, and has potential for treating age-related inflammatory diseases.
      Lichen Planus

      research Lichen Planus

      155 citations, June 2009 in “International Journal of Dermatology”
      Lichen planus is a skin condition that can resolve on its own, is linked to hepatitis C, and increases the risk of skin cancer.
      Vitamin D and the Skin: Focus on a Complex Relationship

      research Vitamin D and the Skin: Focus on a Complex Relationship

      139 citations, February 2014 in “Journal of Advanced Research”
      Vitamin D is important for skin health and may affect conditions like psoriasis and hair loss, but more research is needed to understand its role fully.
      Platelet-Rich Plasma in Dermatology: Boon or Bane?

      research Platelet-Rich Plasma in Dermatology: Boon or Bane?

      119 citations, January 2014 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology”
      Platelet-rich plasma might help with hair growth and skin conditions, but more research is needed to prove its effectiveness and safety.