research Lupus Panniculitis Clinically Simulating Alopecia Areata
Lupus can look like hair loss from alopecia areata but needs different treatment.
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research Hormones and Hair Growth
Different hormones affect hair growth and conditions, with some causing hair loss and others promoting it.
research Alopecia Areata: Pathogenesis, Genetic Factors, and Treatments Using Mouse Models
The document concludes that ongoing research using animal models is crucial for better understanding and treating Alopecia Areata.
research Alopecia in Rhesus Macaques Correlates with Immunophenotypic Alterations in Dermal Inflammatory Infiltrates Consistent with Hypersensitivity Etiology
Hair loss in Rhesus macaques may be caused by a skin allergy-related condition.
research Exfoliative Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus in German Shorthaired Pointer Dogs: Disease Development, Progression, and Evaluation of Three Immunomodulatory Drugs (Ciclosporin, Hydroxychloroquine, and Adalimumab) in a Controlled Environment
Hydroxychloroquine showed some potential, but overall, the three drugs had limited success in treating lupus in dogs.
research Scleroderma and L-Tryptophan: A Possible Explanation of the Eosinophilia-Myalgia Syndrome
Taking L-tryptophan supplements might cause a condition similar to scleroderma in some people, which can get better after stopping the supplement and starting corticosteroid therapy.
research Secondary Cicatricial and Other Permanent Alopecias
The document says that treating the root cause of hair follicle damage is crucial to prevent permanent hair loss, and treatment options vary.
research Apocrine Sweat Gland Obstruction by Antiperspirants Allowing Transdermal Absorption of Cutaneous Generated Hormones and Pheromones as a Link to the Observed Incidence Rates of Breast and Prostate Cancer in the 20th Century
The document suggests that blocking sweat glands with antiperspirants might allow skin-generated hormones to be absorbed, possibly increasing breast and prostate cancer risk.
research Relations Between Sex Hormone Levels and Characteristics of Hair and Skin in Healthy Young Men
Higher androgen levels do not cause baldness in men.
research The New Paradigm for Androgenetic Alopecia and Plant-Based Folk Remedies: 5α-Reductase Inhibition, Reversal of Secondary Microinflammation, and Improving Insulin Resistance
Plant-based remedies may treat hair loss by reducing inflammation and improving insulin resistance.
research Management of Endocrine Disease: Hyperandrogenic States in Women - Pitfalls in Laboratory Diagnosis
Diagnosing hyperandrogenism in women is complex and requires accurate testing methods and consideration of SHBG levels.
research Localized Cutaneous Necrosis Associated with the Antiphospholipid Syndrome
A woman with lupus experienced skin death due to a blood clotting disorder after stopping a blood thinner, which healed with treatment.
research Pharmacologic Management of Pattern Hair Loss
Treat pattern hair loss with finasteride and topical minoxidil.
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 Effectiveness of Treatments for Postpartum Alopecia
No effective treatment for hair loss after childbirth was found, but it usually gets better on its own and some cosmetic methods might help.
research Drug Eruptions in Dermatology
Skin reactions to drugs are common and can be deadly, usually requiring stopping the drug and may be better prevented with genetic testing in the future.
research Fatal Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis Associated With Minoxidil
Minoxidil can cause deadly skin reaction; monitor patients closely.
research Consumption of a Low-Carbohydrate and High-Fat Diet Exaggerates Biotin Deficiency in Mice
The ketogenic diet can worsen biotin deficiency, suggesting a need for biotin supplements.
research Drug-Induced Postinfantile Giant Cell Hepatitis
Certain liver diseases respond well to specific treatments and have varying risks for liver cancer.
research Letters to the Editor: Case Reports and Studies in Dermatology
Careful management of blood thinners is crucial for lupus patients with APS.
research Concurrent Follicular Dysplasia and Interface Dermatitis in Boxer Dogs
Boxer dogs may have a genetic skin condition that worsens seasonally and can be treated with certain medications.
research Disappearing Foot Disease: An Unusual Presentation of Primary Lymphoma of Bone
An elderly woman's swollen, painful foot was found to be caused by a rare type of bone lymphoma, which improved with radiation treatment.
research Autoimmune Gastritis and Parietal Cell Reactivity in Two Children with Abnormal Intestinal Permeability
Children with autoimmune gastritis showed improved intestinal health over time and should be checked for other autoimmune conditions.
research Current Concepts in the Pathogenesis and Treatment of Acne
Acne is caused by increased sebum, abnormal skin shedding, bacteria, and inflammation, not dirt; treatments vary from creams to antibiotics or isotretinoin, with severe cases needing a dermatologist's care.
research Chapter 20: Pathogenesis and Treatment of Alopecias
Hair loss from alopecia areata and androgenetic alopecia can be treated, but more effective and safer treatments are needed.
research Topical Antiandrogen Therapies for Androgenetic Alopecia and Acne Vulgaris
Topical therapies show promise for hair loss and acne treatment with minimal side effects.
research Interconnected Polymers Technology (IPSTiC): An Effective Approach for the Modulation of 5α-Reductase Activity in Hair Loss Conditions
A new anti-baldness patch effectively treats hair loss by blocking enzymes linked to the condition.
research Changes in Murine Hair with Dietary Selenium Excess or Deficiency
Too much or too little selenium in the diet can cause hair loss and graying in mice.
research PCOS: Perspectives from a Pediatric Endocrinologist and a Pediatric Gynecologist
The document concludes that early and personalized treatment for PCOS in adolescents is crucial to manage symptoms and prevent long-term health issues.
research Immunosuppressive Therapy in Autoimmune Disease: A Review
Immunosuppressive therapy helps manage autoimmune diseases but carries risks like infection and potential for malignancy.