research Female Pattern Hair Loss
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research Hair Follicles and Their Role in Skin Health
Hair follicles are essential for skin health, aiding in hair growth, wound healing, and immune function.
research The Genetics of Alopecia Areata
Alopecia areata has a complex genetic basis that was not fully understood as of 2001.
research Alopecia Areata: Clinical Perspective and an Insight into Pathogenesis
Alopecia areata causes hair loss due to an immune attack on hair follicles, influenced by genetics and environment.
research Guidelines for Clinical Trials of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: Consensus Recommendations from the International FFA Cooperative Group
Experts agreed on guidelines to improve research on Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia.
research Prognosis and Management of Congenital Hair Shaft Disorders Without Fragility—Part II
Some congenital hair disorders improve with age and can be managed with treatments like minoxidil, retinoids, supplements, and gentle hair care, but there's no cure.
research Alopecia Induced by Autologous Fat Injection into the Temporal Area: Case Report and Review of the Literature
Fat injections in the face can cause hair loss.
research Patchy Alopecia Areata Sparing Gray Hairs: A Case Series
Patchy alopecia areata can affect only pigmented hairs, leaving gray hairs untouched.
research Identification of a Cyclosporine-Specific P450 Hydroxylase Gene Through Targeted Cytochrome P450 Complement Disruption in Sebekia Benihana
A gene in Sebekia benihana, CYP-sb21, is needed for a specific reaction on the drug Cyclosporine A, which could be important for hair growth without affecting the immune system.
research Thrombocytosis Associated with Low-Molecular-Weight Heparin
International medical graduates outperformed U.S. graduates on an internal medicine exam.
research Adult Group B Streptococcal Disease
International medical graduates outperformed U.S. graduates on an internal medicine exam.
research Chemotherapy-Induced Hair Loss: The Use of Biomarkers for Predicting Alopecic Severity and Treatment Efficacy
Scalp cooling to prevent hair loss from chemotherapy works for some but not all, and studying hair damage markers could improve prevention and treatment.
research Epidermal Growth Factor, Innovation and Safety
Recombinant human epidermal growth factor is versatile, effective, and safe for long-term skin and mucosal treatments.
research Modulation of Genomic and Postgenomic Alterations in Non-Cancer Diseases and Critical Periods of Life
N-acetyl-L-cysteine (NAC) can prevent DNA damage and protect cells from harm.
research Thrombocytopenia and Leukopenia Associated with Itraconazole
Itraconazole may cause low platelet and white blood cell counts.
research Diagnostic Exercise: Severe Bilaterally Symmetrical Alopecia in a Horse
A horse with severe hair loss was diagnosed with alopecia areata and a yeast infection.
research Hair and Nail Disorders of Childhood
The document concludes that various childhood hair and nail disorders exist, some may improve on their own, and advances in genetics and immunology could enhance treatment and counseling.
research Modeling Chemotherapy-Induced Hair Loss: From Experimental Propositions Toward Clinical Reality
A new model using mice with human hair follicles helps better understand hair loss from chemotherapy.
research Changes in Murine Hair with Dietary Selenium Excess or Deficiency
Too much or too little selenium in the diet can cause hair loss and graying in mice.
research Changes in Growth and Distribution of Hair Associated with Psychotropic Drug Use
Psychotropic drugs can cause hair loss or excessive hair growth.
research The Effects of Smoking on Hair Health: A Systematic Review
Smoking is linked to more hair loss and premature graying compared to nonsmokers.
research Trichodynia Revisited
Trichodynia is a painful scalp condition not directly linked to the amount or type of hair loss and may involve psychological factors, with treatments showing mixed results.
research Radiation-Induced Alopecia After Endovascular Embolization Under Fluoroscopy
A man had temporary hair loss from radiation during a medical procedure but regrew his hair after treatment with minoxidil lotion.
research Alopecia Associated with Fluconazole Therapy
High doses of fluconazole can cause reversible hair loss.
research Clinical Hair Loss: Diagnosis and Treatment
The review suggests limited treatments for common hair loss conditions, with potential for future improvements.
research Cutaneous Side Effects of Chemotherapy and Radiotherapy
Chemotherapy and radiotherapy can cause skin side effects like rashes, hair loss, and nail changes, which are usually managed with conservative treatments.
research Inhibition of the Pro-Oxidant Effects of Benoxaprofen on Polymorphonuclear Leucocytes by Retinol Acetate In Vitro
Retinol acetate can reduce the harmful effects of the drug benoxaprofen on white blood cells.
research Chemotherapy and Cutaneous Drug Reactions
Chemotherapy can cause skin side effects that affect patients' lives, but they can be managed to avoid interrupting cancer treatment.
research Aging and Anti-Aging in Hair and Hair Loss
Hair ages and thins due to factors like inflammation and stress, and treatments like antioxidants and hormones might improve hair health.
research Management of Androgenetic Alopecia
Treat hair loss with medicine, continue indefinitely.