September 2010 in “Reactions weekly” The combination of tretinoin, minoxidil, and betamethasone valerate may cause severe scalp inflammation.
27 citations,
July 2013 in “Journal of dermatological treatment” Laser therapy may effectively treat persistent scalp inflammation.
3 citations,
January 2021 in “Therapeutic advances in infectious disease” A 9-year-old girl with a healthy immune system was successfully treated for a severe fungal scalp infection caused by Microsporum audouinii.
112 citations,
July 2008 in “Dermatologic Therapy” 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.
178 citations,
December 2011 in “Journal of Dermatological Case Reports” Trichoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing different hair and scalp diseases by their unique visual features.
11 citations,
August 2009 in “Dermatologic Surgery” A man developed a rare scalp disorder, Folliculitis Decalvans, 20 years after hair restoration surgery, and it required long-term antibiotic treatment.
August 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” People with telogen effluvium and scalp discomfort might have low vitamin B12 and could benefit from B12 supplements.
2 citations,
April 2022 in “Medicine” A Chinese boy's scalp infection from a guinea pig was cured with medication.
17 citations,
January 2011 in “Skin Research and Technology” Hair from people with seborrheic dermatitis is thicker scaled, more damaged, and thinner than healthy hair, and atomic force microscopy can help monitor the condition.
15 citations,
August 1985 in “Archives of dermatology” Tretinoin lotion can remove hair casts, which come from a specific part of the hair follicle and can be classified into two types.
6 citations,
August 1985 in “Archives of dermatology” A lotion helped remove hair casts, which seem to come from a specific part of the hair follicle, and patients with hair casts can be grouped based on the cause.
June 2023 in “Journal of dermatology for physician assistants” Lichen planopilaris should be considered when diagnosing hair loss in people with darker skin as it may be often missed.
Telogen effluvium is a hair loss condition that can be treated with medications like minoxidil.
October 2005 in “CRC Press eBooks” Telogen effluvium is a condition where hair falls out due to various factors like illness, stress, or nutrient deficiency.
13 citations,
July 2015 in “Archives of dermatological research” N1-methylspermidine helps hair growth and reduces inflammation in hair follicles.
11 citations,
May 2011 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Break dancing on the head may cause a type of scarring hair loss that needs early treatment to prevent permanent damage.
15 citations,
February 2017 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” Hair aging and loss are caused by genetics, hormones, environment, and grooming, with treatments like minoxidil effective for certain types of hair loss.
3 citations,
January 2024 in “Cureus” Folliculitis decalvans was successfully treated with doxycycline and ozenoxacin.
May 2024 in “Journal of Education, Health and Sport” Current treatments for folliculitis decalvans include antibiotics, isotretinoin, and potential new therapies like botulinum toxin A and PRP.
69 citations,
December 2015 in “Journal of Controlled Release” Nanocapsules can improve clobetasol delivery to hair follicles, reducing side effects.
September 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Thermal imaging is a useful non-invasive method to diagnose active inflammation in frontal fibrosing alopecia.
11 citations,
March 2012 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Tinea capitis is increasingly common in elderly women and requires accurate diagnosis with fungal cultures for effective treatment.
4 citations,
January 2016 in “Postepy Dermatologii I Alergologii” Many hair diseases, including those caused by medications and psychological issues, can lead to hair loss and require proper treatment and specialist care.
3 citations,
November 2018 in “PubMed” People with TED often have low B12 levels and might benefit from B12 supplements.
Tinea capitis in adults often leads to misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis due to atypical symptoms, requiring careful examination for proper treatment.
33 citations,
January 2010 in “International journal of trichology” Antimicrobial therapy can help manage Folliculitis Decalvans.
3 citations,
September 2020 in “Case reports in dermatological medicine” Misdiagnosing kerion as a bacterial infection can lead to unnecessary surgery and permanent hair loss.
July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Up to half of people experience itchy scalp, often due to skin conditions like seborrheic dermatitis or psoriasis, and treatments vary based on the specific cause.
43 citations,
November 2007 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” The document concludes that proper diagnosis and treatment of common scalp disorders are important for both physical and psychological health.
23 citations,
December 2014 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Trichoscopy helps tell apart scalp lesions in pemphigus vulgaris and pemphigus foliaceus and is useful for choosing biopsy locations.