research Primary Cicatricial Alopecia: Recent Advances in Understanding and Management
New understanding of the causes of primary cicatricial alopecia has led to better diagnosis and potential new treatments.
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research Pediatric Lichen Planopilaris: Clinicopathologic Study of Four New Cases and a Review of the Literature
Lichen Planopilaris in teens is rare, often misdiagnosed, and responds well to steroids.
research Lichen Planus
Lichen planus is a skin condition that can resolve on its own, is linked to hepatitis C, and increases the risk of skin cancer.
research Mnemonics in Dermatology
Mnemonics help improve memory in dermatology by up to 50%.
research Tinea Capitis Mimicking Cicatricial Alopecia: What Host and Dermatophyte Factors Lead to This Unusual Clinical Presentation?
Some cases of tinea capitis, a fungal scalp infection, can look like scarring hair loss due to the body's immune response and the fungus itself.
research The Effect of Menopause on the Skin and Other Connective Tissues
Menopause significantly reduces skin collagen, leading to thinner, less elastic skin, and hormone replacement may help but requires careful consideration.
research D2-40 Expression in Primary Scarring and Nonscarring Alopecia
Most people with scarring and nonscarring hair loss show similar D2-40 levels, but some with scarring hair loss have higher levels.
research ANA-Negative Lupus Presenting with Segmental Hyalinizing Vasculitis and Valvular Heart Disease – A Rare Case Report
Early recognition and aggressive treatment can significantly improve rare ANA-negative lupus with heart and skin issues.
research Announcements
A woman with lupus had hair loss and skin issues that were successfully treated with medications.
research Distinctive Lupus Panniculitis of Scalp with Linear Alopecia Along Blaschko's Lines: A Review of the Literature
Lupus panniculitis of the scalp causes linear hair loss and needs ongoing treatment to prevent recurrence and lupus.
research Trichoscopic Signs in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: A Comparative Study with 109 Patients and 305 Healthy Controls
Trichoscopy is useful for diagnosing and monitoring systemic lupus erythematosus, with certain hair and scalp changes indicating more active disease.
research Phenotypic Analysis of T-Cells in Extensive Alopecia Areata Scalp Suggests Partial Tolerance
T-cells in alopecia areata scalp show abnormal regulation, leading to less inflammation.
research A Case of Cicatricial Alopecia Associated With Pemphigus: A Case Report
The link between pemphigus and the patient's scarring hair loss is still unclear.
research The Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss and Other Applications of Surgical Hair Restoration in Women
Hair transplantation helps women with hair loss; understanding and empathy lead to happy patients.
research Extensive Traction Alopecia Attributable to Ponytail Hairstyle and Its Treatment with Hair Transplantation
Hair transplantation successfully treated a woman's hair loss caused by a tight ponytail.
research Morphological Changes of the Hair Roots in Alopecia Areata: A Scanning Electron Microscopic Study
Scanning electron microscopy revealed four distinct hair root shapes in alopecia areata, suggesting a less invasive diagnostic method.
research Central Hair Loss in African American Women: Incidence and Potential Risk Factors
Some African American women experience central scalp hair loss, often linked to a history of fungal scalp infection.
research Common Features of Periocular Tinea
Ringworm around the eyes often gets misdiagnosed, leading to eyelash loss, but antifungal treatment can improve the condition.
research Meetings, Transactions, and Society News
Two major dermatology conferences were held in 2006, focusing on skin immunity and various skin diseases.
research Relevance of Trichoscopy in the Differential Diagnosis of Alopecia: A Cross-Sectional Study from North India
Trichoscopy is useful for diagnosing different types of hair loss.
research The Efficacy of Topical Prostaglandin Analogs for Hair Loss: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Topical prostaglandin analogs may help with hair growth but more research is needed.
research Chapter 20: Pathogenesis and Treatment of Alopecias
Hair loss from alopecia areata and androgenetic alopecia can be treated, but more effective and safer treatments are needed.
research Perifollicular Erythema as a Trichoscopy Sign of Progression in Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia
Perifollicular erythema can indicate active frontal fibrosing alopecia.
research Hair Loss in Elderly Women: A Dermatological Concern
Hair loss in elderly women is often caused by various factors, including hormonal changes after menopause.
research Management of Alopecia and Onychomycosis in a Lupus Patient
Mycophenolic acid effectively improved hair and nail growth in a lupus patient.
research Cardiovascular Disease-Associated Skin Conditions
Some skin conditions may increase the risk of heart disease, and understanding their connection could lead to better treatments.
research Dermoscopy: What's New?
Dermoscopy has improved skin cancer diagnosis and has expanding applications in dermatology, but requires staying updated with new research and techniques.
research Hair Loss in Women
Up to half of women by age 50 experience significant hair loss, with various types and treatments available.
research A Clinicoepidemiological Study of Cutaneous Manifestations in the Geriatric Age Group
The study concluded that the most common skin changes in elderly people are wrinkles and dry skin, with various infections, benign tumors, and changes in nails and hair also being significant.
research Novel Cycle Changes in Scalp Hair Are Caused by Etretinate Therapy
Etretinate therapy can cause hair loss by disrupting the hair growth cycle.