research Recurrent Pseudolymphomatous Reaction to Ear Piercing: 20-Year History
A woman had a rare reaction to ear piercing that caused earlobe swelling, which was best treated by removing the piercing and not re-piercing.
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research Bitemporal Scalp Hair Loss: Differential Diagnosis of Nonscarring and Scarring Conditions
Understanding the cause of bitemporal hair loss is key to deciding the right treatment.
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 Successful Treatment of Alopecia Areata with Topical Calcipotriol
A boy with alopecia regrew hair using a vitamin D cream after other treatments failed.
research Allergic Contact Dermatitis to Topical Brimonidine
A man developed an allergic skin reaction after using brimonidine for rosacea.
research Efficacy of Topical Finasteride 0.5% vs 17α-Estradiol 0.05% in the Treatment of Postmenopausal Female Pattern Hair Loss: A Retrospective, Single-Blind Study of 119 Patients
Topical finasteride works faster and better than 17α-estradiol for postmenopausal hair loss.
research Advances in Topical Therapy of Skin Diseases
New treatments for skin diseases in 1979 showed promising results with fewer side effects.
research Peculiar Hypertrichosis in a Patient Affected by Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia with Pseudo Fringe Sign
A woman with frontal fibrosing alopecia experienced unusual hair growth after using a specific topical lotion.
research An Interesting Case of Cushing Syndrome
Stopping steroids and providing supportive care improved the patient's Cushing Syndrome symptoms and ulcers.
research Acneiform Eruptions Caused by an Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor-Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitor ZD1839
ZD1839, a cancer drug, can cause mild skin rashes that are treatable without stopping the medication.
research Relapse in Alopecia Totalis After Successful Treatment with Intralesional Corticosteroid and Oral Immunomodulator
The patient's hair loss from alopecia totalis returned despite initial successful treatment.
research Mario Lacouture: How Do I Treat a Patient with Dermatologic Toxicities to EGFR Inhibitors?
Dr. Mario Lacouture recommends preventive and specific treatments for skin side effects caused by EGFR inhibitors to improve patients' quality of life.
research Iododerma in Pregnancy Secondary to Iodinated Multivitamins
A man developed an allergic skin reaction to a rosacea treatment and improved after stopping the medication and receiving allergy-specific care.
research Methods for Quantifying Intrafollicular Drug Delivery: A Critical Appraisal
The document concludes that there is no agreed-upon best method for measuring drug delivery within hair follicles and more research is needed to validate current techniques.
research Topical Tofacitinib Solution for the Treatment of Alopecia Areata Affecting Eyelashes
A woman's eyelash regrowth was successful using tofacitinib solution for alopecia areata.
research Factors Influencing Hydrocortisone Permeation Into Human Hair Follicles: Use of the Skin Sandwich System
Different factors like pH, gel type, and chemical enhancers affect how well hydrocortisone gets into hair follicles, and less hydrated skin doesn't work well with the test method.
research Efficacy of Topical Diphenylcyclopropenone Maintenance Treatment for Patients with Alopecia Areata: A Retrospective Study
Diphenylcyclopropenone treatment helps prevent hair loss relapse in alopecia areata patients.
research Effects of Epidermal Growth Factor, Fibroblast Growth Factor, Minoxidil, and Hydrocortisone on Growth Kinetics in Human Hair Bulb Papilla Cells and Root Sheath Fibroblasts Cultured In Vitro
EGF and FGF boost hair cell growth, hydrocortisone slows it, and minoxidil doesn't affect it.
research Topical Minoxidil in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata
Minoxidil helps hair regrowth in alopecia, but more research needed.
research The Topical Penta-Peptide Gly-Pro-Ile-Gly-Ser Increases the Proportion of Thick Hair in Japanese Men with Androgenetic Alopecia
GPIGS peptide increases thick hair growth in balding Japanese men.
research Common Topical Medications
The document concludes that various topical medications are effective for skin conditions but often cause skin irritation as a side effect.
research Polymeric Nanoparticles-Based Topical Delivery Systems for the Treatment of Dermatological Diseases
Polymeric nanoparticles show promise for treating skin diseases.
research Topical Application of a Protein Kinase C Inhibitor Reduces Skin and Hair Pigmentation
Applying a specific inhibitor lightens skin and hair color.
research Bioavailability Assessment of Topical Delivery Systems: Effect of Vehicle Evaporation Upon In Vitro Delivery of Minoxidil from Solution Formulations
Minoxidil's effectiveness decreases as vehicle evaporates; concentration and thermodynamic activity matter.
research Herbal Nano-Formulations for Topical Delivery
Herbal nano-formulations show potential for effective skin delivery but need more research.
research Dorsal Skin Reactions of Hairless Dogs to Topical Treatment with Corticosteroids
Stronger corticosteroids cause more skin damage in hairless dogs, similar to effects in humans.
research Comparison of Rheological Properties, Follicular Penetration, Drug Release, and Permeation Behavior of a Novel Topical Drug Delivery System and a Conventional Cream
The new drug delivery system releases the drug better in sebum and targets follicles more effectively than the conventional cream.
research Topical Application of Ketoconazole Stimulates Hair Growth in C3H/HeN Mice
Putting ketoconazole on the skin can help mice grow hair.
research Topical Absorption and Systemic Toxicity
Some chemicals absorbed through the skin can cause serious health problems.
research Efficacy of Topical Latanoprost Versus Minoxidil and Betamethasone Valerate on the Treatment of Alopecia Areata
Latanoprost works better for hair growth, and combining it with betamethasone valerate is most effective.