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150-180 / 480 results research Epidermolysis Bullosa Simplex: A Paradigm for Disorders of Tissue Fragility
Epidermolysis bullosa simplex causes easily blistered skin due to faulty skin cell proteins, leading to new treatment ideas.
research A Case Report of Cronkhite-Canada Syndrome Complicated by Membranous Nephropathy
Rituximab may be an effective treatment for Cronkhite-Canada syndrome with kidney disease.
research Combined Microneedling With Topical Vitamin D3 or Bimatoprost Versus Microneedling Alone in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata: A Comparative Randomized Trial
Combining microneedling with either vitamin D3 or bimatoprost improves hair regrowth more than microneedling alone.
research Genetic Hair and Nail Disorders
Recent progress has been made in understanding inherited hair and nail disorders.
research Vitamin A Toxicity: When One a Day Doesn't Keep the Doctor Away
Vitamin A toxicity can cause severe health issues and may require a liver transplant if other treatments fail.
research A Novel PLEC Nonsense Homozygous Mutation (c.7159G > T; p.Glu2387*) Causes Epidermolysis Bullosa Simplex with Muscular Dystrophy and Diffuse Alopecia: A Case Report
A new mutation in the PLEC gene causes a rare condition with skin blistering, muscle weakness, and hair loss.
research An Early Diagnosis of Trichorhinophalangeal Syndrome Type 1: A Case Report and Review of Literature
Early diagnosis of Trichorhinophalangeal syndrome type 1 is crucial for treatment and was achieved through clinical examination and family history.
research Early-Onset Effluvium Secondary to COVID-19: Clinical and Histologic Characterization
COVID-19 can cause hair loss starting as early as 18 days after infection.
research Dermoscopy and Trichoscopy in Dermatomyositis: A Cross-Sectional Study
Dermoscopy and trichoscopy are useful for diagnosing skin signs in Dermatomyositis.
research Temporary Cell Cycle Arrest by ALRN-6924: A Novel P53-Targeting Strategy to Protect Human Scalp Hair Follicles Against Cyclophosphamide-Induced Alopecia
ALRN-6924 can protect hair follicles from chemotherapy damage by temporarily stopping cell division.
research Novel Association of Trichothiodystrophy With Autoimmune Thyroiditis and Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia: A Case Report
A child with trichothiodystrophy also had autoimmune thyroiditis and anemia, which is a new finding.
research Clouston Syndrome: A Complete Genotype–Phenotype Correlation After Four Decades And Six Generations
Clouston syndrome is inherited in an autosomal dominant pattern and caused by a specific gene mutation, with no current treatment available.
research Dissecting Cellulitis of the Scalp
Dissecting cellulitis of the scalp is a condition that causes inflammation and scarring on the scalp, mainly affecting African-American men, and can lead to permanent hair loss.
research Alopecia Areata and Down Syndrome: A True Association and the Importance of Dermoscopic Diagnosis
People with Down syndrome are more likely to experience hair loss, and using dermoscopy can help diagnose it.
research Notes from the Editor Emeritus
Scalp tools, tracking progress, targeting scalp inflammation, and avoiding certain hair treatments can improve female hair loss treatment.
research Fibroblasts: Origins, Definitions, and Functions in Health and Disease
Fibroblasts are crucial for tissue repair and inflammation, and understanding them can help treat fibrotic diseases.
research The Effect of Platelet-Rich Plasma in Hair Regrowth: A Randomized Placebo-Controlled Trial
Platelet-rich plasma injections significantly improved hair regrowth and thickness in patients with hair loss.
research Hair Follicle Immune Privilege and Its Collapse in Alopecia Areata
Hair follicles are normally protected from the immune system, but when this protection fails, it can cause hair loss in alopecia areata.
research Do Hair Bulb Melanocytes Undergo Apoptosis During Hair Follicle Regression (Catagen)?
Hair follicle melanocytes die during hair regression.
research Epidermal Stem Cells in Wound Healing and Their Clinical Applications
Epidermal stem cells help heal severe skin wounds and have potential for medical treatments.
research Trichoscopy in Genetic Hair Shaft Abnormalities
Trichoscopy is a quick and easy way to diagnose most genetic hair problems without invasive methods.
research Pathomechanisms of Immune-Mediated Alopecia
The study concluded that immune cells attacking hair follicles cause hair loss in alopecia, with genetics and environment also playing a role, and highlighted the potential of certain treatments.
research A Comprehensive Literature Review of JAK Inhibitors in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata
JAK inhibitors show promise in effectively treating hair loss from alopecia areata.
research Outcome of Intra-Operative Injected Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy During Follicular Unit Extraction Hair Transplant: A Prospective Randomized Study in Forty Patients
Injecting platelet-rich plasma during hair transplant surgery improves hair regrowth rate, speeds up skin recovery, and enhances hair quality.
research Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia Presenting with Irregular Patchy Alopecia on the Lateral and Posterior Scalp
The report found a new type of hair loss in African-American women that affects more areas of the scalp than previously thought.
research Immunopathology and Immunotherapy of Inflammatory Skin Diseases
New targeted immunotherapies are improving treatment for inflammatory skin diseases.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma Combined with Intralesional Triamcinolone Acetonide for the Treatment of Alopecia Areata: A Case Report
Mixing platelet-rich plasma with triamcinolone acetonide can potentially improve hair regrowth in alopecia areata patients.
research Mesenchymal Stem Cells Antagonize IFN-Induced Proinflammatory Changes and Growth Inhibition Effects via Wnt/β-Catenin and JAK/STAT Pathway in Human Outer Root Sheath Cells and Hair Follicles
Mesenchymal stem cells may help treat hair loss by improving hair cell growth and reducing inflammation.
research Trichoscopic Stages of Dissecting Cellulitis: A Potential Complementary Tool to Clinical Assessment
Trichoscopy can help diagnose and monitor the progression of dissecting cellulitis.