research Immunology of Alopecia Areata
Alopecia areata, a type of hair loss, is likely an autoimmune disease with a genetic link, but its exact cause is still unknown.
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research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: Update and Review of Challenges and Successes
No treatment has been proven to effectively stop hair loss or regrow hair in Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia, and more research is needed.
research Contact Dermatitis to Phenol-Formaldehyde Resin in Two Plywood Factory Workers
Two plywood factory workers developed contact dermatitis from phenol-formaldehyde resin, a known allergen.
research Letters to the Editor: Case Reports and Studies in Dermatology
Careful management of blood thinners is crucial for lupus patients with APS.
research White And Yellow Dots As New Trichoscopic Signs Of Severe Female Androgenetic Alopecia In Dark Skin Phototypes
White and yellow dots indicate severe female hair loss in dark skin.
research Hair Follicle Changes Following Intense Pulsed Light Axillary Hair Reduction: Histometrical, Histological, and Immunohistochemical Evaluation
Intense pulsed light treatment effectively reduces underarm hair by making hair follicles smaller and extending their resting phase.
research Fractional Laser-Assisted Hair Regrowth and Microneedling for the Treatment of Alopecia Areata: A Review
Fractional lasers and microneedling, combined with topical agents, could potentially treat Alopecia Areata effectively, but more research is needed due to limited data.
research A Case of Imiquimod-Induced Alopecia
Imiquimod cream can rarely cause temporary hair loss.
research Increased Retinol-Binding Protein 4 and Anti-RBP4 Antibody in Alopecia Areata
People with alopecia areata have higher levels of RBP4 protein and antibodies against it.
research Distinguishing Lipedematous Scalp, Lipedematous Alopecia, and Diffuse Alopecia Areata
The conclusion is that it's important to tell apart alopecia areata from lipedematous alopecia for proper treatment, as alopecia areata can be reversed.
research Naked Hair Shafts as a Marker of Cicatricial Alopecia
Naked hair shafts are significantly associated with scarring hair loss and may help diagnose it, especially when multiple are found.
research Tinea Capitis Caused by Trichophyton Tonsurans Presenting as Obscure Patchy Hair Loss Due to Daily Antifungal Shampoo Use
Daily use of antifungal shampoo can hide symptoms and make it hard to diagnose fungal scalp infections.
research A Woman with Focal Alopecia
A 65-year-old woman has a growing bald spot on her scalp.
research Treatments for Alopecia Areata: A Network Meta-Analysis
The analysis aims to identify the most effective and safest treatments for alopecia areata.
research Hair Pathology
Triple horizontal scalp biopsies are 98% accurate in diagnosing hair loss, better than single biopsies.
research Vandetanib-Associated Alopecia Areata in a Patient with Metastatic Medullary Thyroid Cancer
A cancer patient developed a type of hair loss after starting a cancer drug called vandetanib.
research Unique Treatment for Alopecia Areata Combining Epinephrine With an Intralesional Steroid
Combining epinephrine with a steroid may help regrow hair in severe alopecia areata cases.
research A Rare Case of Acrodermatitis Enteropathica in a One-Year-Old Child
A one-year-old child with a genetic condition had symptoms improved by treating zinc deficiency.
research Skin Disorders in Athletes: Professional and Recreational Sports
Athletes need effective management of skin disorders for their performance and well-being.
research Book Reviews
Maintaining anticoagulation is crucial for patients with antiphospholipid syndrome.
research Announcements
A woman with lupus had hair loss and skin issues that were successfully treated with medications.
research Successful Hair Transplant Outcome in Cicatricial Lichen Planus of the Scalp by Combining Scalp and Beard Hair Along with Platelet Rich Plasma
Hair transplant combining scalp and beard hair with PRP was successful for scarring alopecia.
research A Comedonal Variant of Chronic Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus: Case Report and Literature Review
Chronic cutaneous lupus erythematosus causes scarring, hair loss, and skin discoloration, especially on sun-exposed areas.
research Red Dots in a Net-Like Pattern on the Upper Chest: A Novel Clinical Observation in Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Fibrosing Alopecia in Pattern Distribution
Red dots on the upper chest may be an early sign of certain types of hair loss.
research Early Diagnosis and Prompt Treatment Improves Quality of Life in Patients with Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia
Early diagnosis and quick treatment improve life quality for FFA patients.
research Denosumab-Induced Alopecia Areata with Lichenoid Eruption
Denosumab, a bone loss treatment, may cause hair loss and skin reactions due to immune system effects.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: An Observational Single-Center Study of 306 Cases
The study concluded that Frontal fibrosing alopecia can affect younger people, is often missed in men, and may be autoimmune-related.
research Dermoscopy of Skin Infestations and Infections (Entomodermoscopy) – Part I: Dermatozoonoses and Bacterial Infections
Dermoscopy is effective for diagnosing various skin infestations and infections.
research Female Pattern Alopecia: Current Perspectives
Female pattern hair loss is caused by multiple factors and while treatments like topical minoxidil, hormone therapy, and low-level light therapy can help, none can fully cure it.
research Comparative Study Between Mesotherapy and Topical 5% Minoxidil by Dermoscopic Evaluation for Androgenic Alopecia in Males: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Mesotherapy is not significantly better than minoxidil for treating male hair loss.