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research Successful Treatment of Lichen Spinulosus with Topical Tacalcitol Cream
Tacalcitol cream effectively and safely treated a rare skin condition called Lichen Spinulosus in two cases.
research Management of Primary Cicatricial Alopecias: Options for Treatment
There are many treatments for permanent hair loss disorders, but their effectiveness varies and there's no clear best option.
research A Novel Homozygous Variant in the DSP Gene Underlies the First Case of Non-Syndromic Form of Alopecia
A new gene variant in the DSP gene is linked to a unique type of hair loss.
research Disruption of the Hedgehog Signaling Pathway Contributes to Hair Follicle Cycling Deficiency in VDR Knockout Mice
Mice without Vitamin D receptors have hair growth problems because of issues in the hedgehog signaling pathway.
research Hair Shaft Abnormalities: Clues to Diagnosis and Treatment
Hair problems can be caused by genetics or the environment, and treatment should focus on the cause and reducing hair damage.
research Plaque Psoriasis: Clinical Characteristics, Diagnostic Methods, and Differential Diagnoses
The document concludes that diagnosing and managing plaque psoriasis, particularly in sensitive areas, is challenging and requires careful differentiation from similar skin conditions.
research Acquired Scalp Alopecia: A Review
Accurate diagnosis is key for treating different kinds of hair loss, and immune response variations may affect the condition and treatment results.
research Clinical, Dermoscopic and In-Vivo Reflectance Confocal Microscopy Evaluation of a Case of Graham Little-Piccardi-Lassueur Syndrome Successfully Treated with Narrowband-UVB Phototherapy
Narrowband-UVB phototherapy successfully treated a rare case of Graham Little-Piccardi-Lassueur syndrome.
research Case Report: Systemic Granulomatous Disease with Vasculitis in a Bull Due to Hairy Vetch (Vicia Villosa) Toxicosis
A bull got very sick and had to be put down after eating hairy vetch for months.
research Skin Disorders in Diabetes Mellitus
Diabetes can cause a variety of skin disorders, some of which may signal more serious health issues.
research Non-Infective Mucocutaneous Presentations of Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infection
Most HIV patients develop skin symptoms that can indicate the stage of their disease.
research Infections, Infestations, and Neoplasms of the Scalp
The chapter explains common scalp conditions, including infections, infestations, and tumors.
research Porokeratotic Adnexal Ostial Nevus: Review on the Entity and Therapeutic Approach
Laser treatments are the most effective for porokeratotic adnexal ostial nevus.
research The Effect of Proteolytic Enzymes on Hair Follicles of Transgenic Mice Expressing the Lac Z-Protein in Cells of the Bulge Region
Proteolytic enzymes damage hair follicles by detaching stem cells.
research Follicular and Scarring Disorders in Skin of Color: Presentation and Management
The conclusion is that better understanding and more research are needed to effectively manage follicular and scarring disorders in skin of color, with an emphasis on patient education and cultural awareness.
research Scleroderma and L-Tryptophan: A Possible Explanation of the Eosinophilia-Myalgia Syndrome
Taking L-tryptophan supplements might cause a condition similar to scleroderma in some people, which can get better after stopping the supplement and starting corticosteroid therapy.
research Cutaneous Lesions in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Skin problems are common in lupus, important for diagnosis, and can be triggered by sunlight.
research Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil for Alopecia: A Comprehensive Review
Low-dose oral minoxidil may help treat hair loss but is not FDA-approved and can cause side effects like unwanted hair growth and heart issues.
research Skin Manifestations Associated with Autoimmune Liver Diseases: A Systematic Review
Autoimmune liver diseases are likely linked to certain skin conditions like vitiligo and psoriasis.
research Physiologic Skin Changes in Pregnancy
Pregnancy can cause skin darkening, varicose veins, more sweating, hair growth, hair loss after birth, nail changes, and gum inflammation.
research Alopecia: A Pathologist's View
The review concludes that accurate diagnosis of different types of hair loss requires proper biopsy techniques and understanding the hair growth cycle and underlying causes.
research The Spectrum of Inflammatory Skin Disease Following Jejuno-Ileal Bypass for Morbid Obesity
Some patients developed skin inflammation after obesity surgery, and a medication called dapsone helped treat it.
research Study of Demodex Mites: Challenges and Solutions
The conclusion is that a new biopsy technique and humidity chamber help study skin mites better and suggest mite overpopulation may cause skin diseases.
research Male Pattern Alopecia: A Histopathologic and Histochemical Study
Male pattern baldness involves smaller hair follicles, larger oil glands, and other tissue changes, but not major blood supply issues.
research Use of Dermoscope to Differentiate Pityrosporum Folliculitis and Acne Vulgaris
A dermoscope helps accurately tell apart Pityrosporum folliculitis and Acne vulgaris.
research Aftermath of COVID-19 Through the Eyes of Trichoscopy
COVID-19 can cause significant hair loss.
research Hair Loss Among a Group of Egyptian Children
Fungal infection was the main cause of hair loss in Egyptian children studied.
research Malassezia Infection: Is There Any Chance or Necessity in Refractory Acne?
Malassezia infection may cause refractory acne, and antifungal treatments can help.
research Postmenopausal Hyperandrogenism Due to Rare Ovarian Tumor
Rare ovarian tumors can cause hyperandrogenism, even if imaging appears normal.