research Diagnosis: Alopecia Areata or Not?
Scalp biopsies are essential for accurately diagnosing alopecia areata.
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research A 17-Year-Old Mother Seeking Contraception
The document suggests a young mother use effective contraception like the Copper-T IUD while considering her health and the need for STD prevention.
research Pulmonary Manifestations of Birt-Hogg-Dubé Syndrome
People with Birt-Hogg-Dubé syndrome often have lung problems and delayed diagnosis, and better recognition of CT scan signs could improve diagnosis and management.
research Analysis of Familial History in Chinese Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia
research Association Between Alopecia Areata, Psoriasis Vulgaris, Thyroid Disease, And Metabolic Syndrome
Autoimmune and metabolic issues are linked, and treating one may worsen another.
research Alefacept for Alopecia Areata
Alefacept showed some effectiveness for alopecia areata but needs more research.
research Spatiotemporal Expression and Haplotypes Identification of KRT84 Gene and Their Association with Wool Traits in Gansu Alpine Fine-Wool Sheep
The KRT84 gene is linked to better wool quality in Gansu Alpine Fine-wool sheep.
research Rationale for Using a Combination of Follicular Units and Slit Grafts in Hair Transplanting
Using both follicular units and slit grafts for hair transplants may give better hair density and graft survival.
research Multiple Hemangiomas of the Tongue and Oral Cavity in a Myotonic Dystrophy Type 1 Patient: A Case Report
A patient with Myotonic dystrophy type 1 had multiple tongue hemangiomas and was sensitive to anesthesia.
research A Very Bad Hair Day: Minoxidil Ingestion Causing Shock and Heart Failure
Ingesting minoxidil can cause serious heart problems and requires urgent medical treatment.
research Dermatophytosis Caused by a Chrysosporium Species in Two Cats in Turkey: A Case Report
Two cats and their owner in Turkey were successfully treated for a rare fungal infection with fluconazole.
research Stem Cell Factor/c-Kit Signaling in Normal and Androgenetic Alopecia Hair Follicles
SCF and c-Kit decrease in AGA hair follicles, possibly affecting hair pigmentation and growth.
research A Rare Complication From Prostaglandin Analogue Therapy
Prostaglandin eye drops for glaucoma can rarely cause too much cheek hair growth.
research Hair Repigmentation Associated with the Use of Lenalidomide: Graying May Not Be an Irreversible Process
An 81-year-old man's white hair began to regain its original color while he was treated with lenalidomide, suggesting that graying hair might be reversible.
research Reply
Dr. Jorizzo questions the long-term benefits of minoxidil and tretinoin, while Dr. Olsen defends their effectiveness and stresses the need for public education on these treatments.
research Chemotaxis in Psoriasis
Psoriasis patients have immune cells that respond more strongly to signals and stimuli due to an intrinsic cellular defect.
research Effects of Dermatological Medications on Male Fertility
Some dermatological medications can impair male fertility, so consult a doctor before trying to conceive.
research Scalp Comedones After Topical Minoxidil
Minoxidil can cause scalp comedones and acne.
research Folliculitis Decalvans: A Rare Inflammatory Scalp Disorder
Folliculitis decalvans is a rare scalp condition causing scarring hair loss, treated with long-term antibiotics and other medications, but it often comes back and is hard to manage.
research Degeneration in Dermatopathology
The document concludes that understanding tissue degeneration is crucial for diagnosing skin lesions.
research Convergent Evolution Has Led to the Loss of Claw Proteins in Snakes and Worm Lizards
Snakes and worm lizards lost claw proteins due to similar evolutionary changes.
research Expanding Phenotype of Hereditary Fibrosing Poikiloderma with Tendon Contractures, Myopathy, and Pulmonary Fibrosis Caused by FAM111B Mutations: Report of an Additional Family Raising the Question of Cancer Predisposition and a Short Review of Early-Onset Poikiloderma
The document suggests a possible link between FAM111B gene mutations and increased cancer risk, particularly pancreatic cancer.
research Responses of Hair Follicle–Associated Structures to Loss of Planar Cell Polarity Signaling
Loss of Fz6 disrupts hair follicle and associated structures' orientation.
research Skin Manifestations of Bardet-Biedl Syndrome
Bardet-Biedl syndrome may include under-recognized skin problems related to its metabolic disturbances.
research Treatment of Erythromelanosis Follicularis Faciei Et Colli With a 595-Nm Pulsed Dye Laser
The 595-nm pulsed dye laser effectively reduces symptoms of EFFC with minimal side effects.
research Mesotherapy: Overview
Mesotherapy might be a good and safe way to treat hair loss, refresh skin, and reduce dark spots, with quick treatment times.
research Heterotypic Cell Contacts and Basal Lamina Morphology During Hair Follicle Development in the Mouse: A Light, Scanning, and Electron Microscopic Study at the Site of Tissue Interaction
Heterotypic cell contacts likely help hair matrix cells differentiate during mouse hair follicle development.
research Trichoblastoma with Sebaceous and Sweat Gland Differentiation
A rare benign skin tumor showed unusual features of sebaceous and sweat glands, important for correct diagnosis.
research Acquired Hair Fragility in Pili Anulati: Causal Relationship with Androgenetic Alopecia
Pili anulati may cause hair loss, proper diagnosis and treatment needed.