research Updates from the British Association of Dermatologists 91st Annual Meeting, 5-7 July 2011, London, UK
New treatments and management strategies for skin conditions like melanoma and Spitz naevi were discussed at the dermatologists' meeting.
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research Skin Self-Photography for Dysplastic Nevus Monitoring Is Associated with a Decrease in the Number of Biopsies at Follow-Up: A Retrospective Analytical Study
Taking photos of your own skin can lead to fewer skin biopsies for mole monitoring.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma in Dermatology: New Insights on the Cellular Mechanism of Skin Repair and Regeneration
PRP helps skin heal, possibly through special cells called telocytes.
research Telogen Effluvium: A Common Form of Hair Loss
Telogen Effluvium is a common, usually reversible hair loss condition, often improved by removing the trigger and possibly treated with various products, though their effectiveness is uncertain.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss: Clinical and Laboratory Findings and Trichoscopy Depending on Disease Severity
Genetics affect early female hair loss, severity depends on duration, and low ferritin levels not significant.
research Oxidant and Antioxidant Status in Patients with Female Pattern Hair Loss with Varying Severity
Oxidative stress may worsen female pattern hair loss and could help track the disease and treatment.
research Interventions for Female Pattern Hair Loss
Minoxidil effectively treats female pattern hair loss.
research Interventions for Female Pattern Hair Loss
Topical minoxidil helps treat female pattern hair loss, but more research needed for other treatments.
research Differential Diagnosis of Male and Female Pattern Hair Loss
Detailed history and physical examination are crucial for diagnosing hair loss.
research Association Between Degrees of Alopecia and Prostate Specific Antigen Level in Men With Androgenetic Alopecia
No link found between hair loss severity and PSA levels in men.
research Systemic Causes of Hair Loss
The article concludes that correctly diagnosing systemic causes of hair loss requires a detailed clinical evaluation and a systematic diagnostic approach.
research Prevalence of Female Pattern Hair Loss in Postmenopausal Women: A Cross-Sectional Study
Over half of postmenopausal women experience hair loss, with severity increasing with age, time since menopause, and higher body mass index.
research An Epidemiological Study of Female Pattern Hair Loss at a Referral Centre in South India
Female pattern hair loss is more common among Indian women than previously believed.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss Among Saudi Women and Hematological Changes Associated With It – Case Controlled Study
Female pattern hair loss in Saudi women is linked to low iron and vitamin D levels.
research Possible Association of Female-Pattern Hair Loss with Alteration in Serum 25-Hydroxyvitamin D Levels
Low vitamin D levels are linked to higher rates of hair loss in women.
research Translation Into Portuguese Language (Brazil), Transcultural Adaptation and Validation of the Quality of Life Questionnaire in Female Pattern Hair Loss (WAA-QoL-BP)
Portuguese WAA-QoL questionnaire validated; FPHL severity, schooling, and phototypes affect patients' quality of life.
research Higher Body Mass Index Is Associated With Greater Severity of Alopecia in Men With Male-Pattern Androgenetic Alopecia in Taiwan: A Cross-Sectional Study
Higher BMI links to worse hair loss in Taiwanese men.
research HSD3B1 Gene Polymorphism and Female Pattern Hair Loss in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
HSD3B1 gene variant and being overweight linked to hair loss in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Use of a Scalp Clarifying Shampoo in the Treatment of Lichen Planopilaris and Female Pattern Hair Loss
Scalp clarifying shampoo can help reduce hair loss and improve hair volume.
research Study of Endocrinal Profile and Trichoscopic Features in Female Pattern Hair Loss at Tertiary Care Hospital
Hormonal imbalances contribute to female hair loss, and trichoscopy is a useful diagnostic tool.
research Serum Nuclear Factor E-2-Related Factor 2 in Female Pattern Hair Loss
Women with pattern hair loss may have more stress in their bodies due to a lack of NRF2, a protein. Eating healthy and losing weight could help reduce this stress and improve hair loss. NRF2 boosters might also help treat this type of hair loss.
research Assessment of Female Sexual Dysfunction in Patients with Premenopausal Female Pattern Hair Loss
Female pattern hair loss does not significantly affect sexual dysfunction.
research The Quality of Life and Psychosocial Impact on Female Pattern Hair Loss
Female pattern hair loss greatly affects women's quality of life, causing mild depression and anxiety, and increases medical expenses.
research Monofilament Threads in Treatment of Female Hair Loss
Monofilament Threads significantly improve hair growth in women with pattern hair loss and are safe.
research Association of Risk Factors with Female Pattern Hair Loss
Older age, family history, and low iron levels increase the risk of female hair loss.
research Role of Androgens in Female-Pattern Androgenetic Alopecia, Either Alone or Associated with Other Symptoms of Hyperandrogenism
Androgens significantly affect female hair loss, and hormonal treatments may help.
research Plasma C19 Steroid Sulfate Levels and Indices of Androgen Bioavailability in Female Pattern Androgenic Alopecia
Women with female pattern hair loss have higher levels of certain androgens, suggesting increased androgen exposure to hair follicles.
research Clinical and Dermoscopic Profile of Female Pattern Hair Loss
Dermoscopes help tell FPHL apart from other hair loss types and can detect it early by identifying specific patterns.
research Skin Care Physicians' Insight on Epidemiological Patterns, Diagnosis, and Treatment Modalities for Female Pattern Hair Loss
Dermatologists prefer minoxidil for mild female hair loss and a combination of PRP and minoxidil for severe cases, with a need for universal treatment guidelines.
research Clinical Characteristics of Female Patterned Hair Loss in Patients Attending Hair Clinic in Thailand
Female pattern hair loss in Thailand varies by region and demographics, affecting diagnosis and treatment.