research A Histologic Review of 27 Patients with Lichen Planopilaris
The conclusion is that certain scalp tissue changes are characteristic of lichen planopilaris, with mucinous perifollicular fibroplasia being a new feature for diagnosis.
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research Rely on Clinical Experience to Guide Treatment Selection for Primary Cicatricial Alopecias
Doctors use their experience to choose treatments for scarring hair loss because it's hard to diagnose and treat.
research Retinoids: New Uses and New Synthetic Agents
New retinoids are effective for various skin conditions and are being developed to have fewer side effects.
research Hypothyroidism and Eyelash Loss in a 77-Year-Old Woman
Eyelash loss can be a sign of thyroid problems.
research Pleomorphic Appearance of Breast Cancer Cutaneous Metastases
Breast cancer skin metastases are rare, look different, and can be confused with other skin issues, so a biopsy is needed for accurate diagnosis.
research Systemic Lupus Erythematosus With Acute Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy: A Case Report and Review of the Literature
A woman with lupus and severe nerve damage improved with specific treatments.
research Diseases of the Skin: Treatment of Scalp Disorders
The document concludes that scalp disorders can be treated with hair washing, specific shampoos, medications, and sometimes surgery or hair transplants, but hereditary baldness is untreatable.
research Hair Transplantation for Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: Part of the Solution?
Hair transplantation for Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia may work if done after the disease is inactive for 2 years and with ongoing treatment after surgery.
research Sebaceous Gland Atrophy Due to Seborrheic Dermatitis in a Patient with Alopecia: A Potential Pitfall
Skin conditions like seborrheic dermatitis can make it harder to correctly diagnose hair loss because they can cause the oil glands in the skin to shrink.
research Trichoscopy of Dark Scalp: A Review of Trichoscopic Features in Hair and Scalp Disorders in Dark-Skinned Individuals
Trichoscopy helps diagnose hair and scalp disorders in dark-skinned people by identifying unique patterns.
research Favorable Effect of Herbal Extract on Androgenic Alopecia: A Case Report
Herbal extract spray improved hair growth in a man with hair loss.
research Review of Scalp Alopecia Due to a Clinically Unapparent or Minimally Apparent Neoplasm (SACUMAN)
SACUMAN, a rare condition causing hair loss without clear signs, is often misdiagnosed and needs scalp biopsies for accurate detection.
research Minoxidil Use in Androgenic Alopecia
Minoxidil helps stimulate hair growth and enlarge small follicles in common hair loss, but doesn't stop it, and its effects can be boosted when combined with finasteride.
research Primary Localized Cutaneous Amyloidosis Presenting as Pigmented Papules Over Pinna
Pigmented papules on the ear can be a rare skin condition called cutaneous amyloidosis, treatable with topical tretinoin.
research Oral Isotretinoin for Acne
Oral isotretinoin may slightly improve acne but increases the risk of side effects like dry lips and skin; more research is needed to understand its full risks and benefits.
research Pemphigus Foliaceus in 91 Dogs
Both treatments for pemphigus foliaceus in dogs are effective, but combination therapy has more side effects.
research A Simple Technique to Distinguish Fibrosing Alopecia in a Pattern Distribution from Androgenetic Alopecia and Concomitant Seborrheic Dermatitis
A simple scalp scraping can effectively distinguish fibrosing alopecia from androgenetic alopecia with seborrheic dermatitis.
research A Detective Look at Hair Biopsies from African-American Patients
Recognizing specific features of African-American hair can help diagnose hair loss conditions.
research Self-Assessment: Case Studies on Skin Conditions and the Importance of Sun Protection and Skin Examinations
Early detection and skin biopsies are crucial for treating skin cancer and diagnosing various skin conditions.
research Tumid Lupus Erythematosus Presenting as Patchy Alopecia: A Discussion of Alopecia Associated With Lupus Erythematosus
A patient with patchy hair loss was successfully treated for Tumid Lupus Erythematosus after other treatments failed.
research Dermoscopic Features in Cicatricial and Non-Cicatricial Alopecia
Dermoscopy helps diagnose different types of hair loss and may reduce the need for biopsies.
research Serum Markers of Thrombophilia in Pregnant Women with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Pregnant women with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus have a higher risk of blood clotting problems.
research Scarring Alopecia With Coexisting Lichen Planus in a Child: A Rare Phenomenon
A child had a rare case of scarring hair loss with skin disease, which is hard to treat and stressful.
research Trichoscopy
Trichoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing different hair and scalp diseases without surgery.
research The Spade Sign as a Pathognomonic Histopathologic Feature of Acne Keloidalis: Analysis of 33 Cases of Cicatricial Alopecia
The "spade sign" is a highly specific indicator for diagnosing acne keloidalis.
research Diagnostic Modalities in Trichology: An Update
New hair and scalp disease diagnosis methods are important for correct treatment.
research New York Dermatological Society: 1953 Case Summaries
The document discusses various challenging skin conditions and their treatments.
research Psychosocial Aspects of Hair Loss
Hair loss can cause serious mental health problems and treating it requires a team of experts.
research Graft Versus Host Disease Presenting as Fibrosing Alopecia in a Pattern Distribution: A Model for Pathophysiological Understanding of Cicatricial Pattern Hair Loss
A woman's hair loss from graft versus host disease helps understand similar hair loss conditions.
research Quality of Life in Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
Patients with cutaneous lupus erythematosus have a severely impaired quality of life, especially emotionally.