research Primary Cicatricial Alopecias
Early diagnosis and aggressive treatment are key for managing rare scalp disorders that cause permanent hair loss.
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research Ethnic Hair Disorders: Diagnosis and Management
Understanding and treating hair disorders in different ethnic groups requires knowledge of specific hair care practices and hair characteristics.
research Keratosis Follicularis Spinulosa Decalvans in a Female
A rare genetic skin condition usually affecting males was found in a 9-year-old girl.
research What's New in Cicatricial Alopecia?
New treatments and early diagnosis methods for permanent hair loss due to scar tissue are important for managing its psychological effects.
research Triad of Keratosis Pilaris, Ulerythema Ophryogenes, and 18p Monosomy: Zouboulis Syndrome
Zouboulis syndrome is a rare condition that helps diagnose monosomy 18p early.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: Efficacy of Treatment Modalities
Some treatments can stabilize Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia, but more research is needed to find effective treatments, and hair transplants often fail.
research A Japanese Case of Ichthyosis Follicularis with Atrichia and Photophobia Syndrome with an MBTPS2 Mutation
A Japanese patient with IFAP syndrome had a severe MBTPS2 gene mutation but showed milder symptoms than previously observed cases.
research Dermatoscopic Findings of Syphilitic Alopecia
Dermoscopy helps diagnose syphilitic alopecia, and treatment with penicillin can regrow hair.
research Successful Hair Regrowth with Multimodal Treatment of Early Cicatricial Alopecia in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus
Early and aggressive treatment can significantly regrow hair in discoid lupus erythematosus.
research A New Subtype of Lichen Planopilaris Affecting Vellus Hairs and Clinically Mimicking Androgenetic Alopecia
New LPP subtype affects vellus hairs, mimics AGA, and needs biopsy for diagnosis.
research Imposters of Androgenetic Alopecia
Recognize and treat hair loss conditions that mimic androgenetic alopecia by identifying warning signs and using proper tools.
research Comorbidities in Patients with Lichen Planopilaris: A Retrospective Case-Control Study
Patients with Lichen Planopilaris are more likely to have rosacea and skin cancer but less likely to have congestive heart failure, stroke, and glaucoma.
research Increasing Utility of Finasteride for Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia
Finasteride helps treat frontal fibrosing alopecia, improving or stabilizing the condition in many patients.
research Conditions Simulating Androgenetic Alopecia
Different hair loss types need accurate diagnosis for proper treatment.
research Impact of Testosterone on Hair and Skin
Testosterone can cause acne and male-pattern baldness, affects hair growth in men and women, and makes male skin more sensitive.
research A Mutation in the Type II Hair Keratin KRT86 Gene in a Han Family with Monilethrix
A new mutation in the KRT86 gene was found to cause the hair disorder monilethrix in a Han family.
research Scalp Biopsy and Diagnosis of Common Hair Loss Problems
Scalp biopsy helps tell apart permanent and temporary hair loss types and guides treatment.
research Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Acne Inversa, Dissecting Terminal Hair Folliculitis
Hidradenitis Suppurativa is a chronic skin condition best treated early with surgery for better outcomes and less recurrence.
research Overlap Between Ulerythema Ophryogenes and Keratosis Follicularis Spinulosa Decalvans: A Case Report
A 19-year-old male had two rare skin conditions causing scarring and permanent hair loss.
research Unusual Clinical Manifestations of Chronic Discoid Lupus Erythematosus
A woman with discoid lupus improved with treatment after being misdiagnosed with a different hair loss condition.
research Use of Topical Minoxidil, 17α-Estradiol, and Hydrocortisone Butyrate in Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia
A lotion with minoxidil, hydrocortisone butyrate, and 17a-estradiol can improve or stabilize Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia in some cases, but there's no universally-accepted treatment yet.
research Diagnostic Dilemma: Multiple Autoimmune Syndrome Versus Incomplete Graham-Little-Piccardi-Lassueur Syndrome Overlap Mixed Connective Tissue Disease
The case shows how hard it is to tell apart Multiple Autoimmune Syndrome from other similar autoimmune conditions, but correct diagnosis is key for treatment to work.
research A Case of Cicatricial Alopecia Associated With Pemphigus: A Case Report
The link between pemphigus and the patient's scarring hair loss is still unclear.
research Keratosis Pilaris Is a Keratinization of Hair Follicles
Keratosis pilaris is a common skin condition where hair follicles get clogged with keratin, mostly on the arms and thighs.
research Adnexotropic Variants of the Interface Dermatitides: A Review
The review emphasizes the need to recognize skin conditions that affect hair follicles and sweat glands to avoid misdiagnosis.
research Hair Disorders
Understanding normal hair growth and loss in children is key to diagnosing and treating hair disorders.
research General Dermatology: Comprehensive Overview of Dermatological Conditions
The document explains various skin conditions and their treatments.
research CME Examination: Dermatology Case-Based Posttest on Lichen Planopilaris and Chronic Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
Control symptoms and use safe treatments for skin conditions like lichen planopilaris and chronic cutaneous lupus erythematosus.
research Hair Loss Due to Lichen Planopilaris After Hair Transplantation: A Report of Two Cases and a Literature Review
Hair transplants can cause hair loss if done while lichen planopilaris is active; wait until it's inactive for two years and check with a scalp biopsy first.
research Non-Neoplastic Disorders of Hair
The document concludes that different types of hair loss have specific treatments, and early diagnosis is crucial for preventing permanent hair loss.