research Alopecia Areata: Overview and Insights from January 2018
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune condition causing hair loss, influenced by genetics, stress, and diet, and may be prevented by a high soy oil diet.
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research Effect of Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection for Rejuvenation of Photoaged Facial Skin
PRP injections may improve skin texture and wrinkles based on patient feedback, despite no significant changes seen by dermatologists.
research A Pilot Study of 2% Tofacitinib Cream with Narrowband Ultraviolet B for the Treatment of Facial Vitiligo
Using 2% tofacitinib cream with narrowband ultraviolet B improved facial vitiligo by 70% in patients who didn't respond to previous treatments, with no side effects reported.
research Efficacy and Safety of Dupilumab in Adolescent Patients with Moderate-to-Severe Atopic Dermatitis
Dupilumab is effective and safe for treating moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis in adolescents.
research The Role of Diet in Patients with Autoimmune Blistering Disease: A Survey of the International Pemphigus and Pemphigoid Foundation
Many patients with autoimmune blistering skin disorders change their diets, avoiding foods like alcohol, citrus, and spices, and some find vegetables and dairy helpful.
research Systematic Review and Quality Analysis of Studies on the Efficacy of Topical Diphenylcyclopropenone Treatment for Alopecia Areata
Topical DPCP is somewhat effective for hair loss in alopecia areata, but more research is needed.
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.
research Baricitinib Withdrawal and Retreatment in Patients With Severe Alopecia Areata
Continuous baricitinib is needed to keep hair regrowth in severe alopecia areata.
research A Comparison of Self-Reported Signs of Facial Aging Among Women in Australia vs. Those in the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada
Women in Australia report different signs of facial aging compared to women in the US, UK, and Canada; men with Lichen planopilaris often have hormonal abnormalities and thyroid disease.
research Tapinarof Cream for Atopic Dermatitis: Pharmacokinetics, Systemic Exposure, and Preliminary Efficacy/Safety Results
Tapinarof cream at 1% concentration is effective and better tolerated for treating atopic dermatitis than the 2% concentration.
research A Clinicopathologic Study of Lichen Planopilaris Among Men
Most men with lichen planopilaris had it confirmed by biopsy and often had thyroid issues, sexual dysfunction, or prostate cancer, hinting at a link with hormonal problems.
research Targeting Nonmelanoma Skin Cancer Using Selective Photothermolysis with 595 nm Pulsed Dye Laser: Outcomes of 1080 Cases
595 nm pulsed dye laser is a cost-effective treatment for nonmelanoma skin cancer with a low recurrence rate.
research A Placebo-Controlled, Double-Blind Crossover Study of Fluoxetine in Trichotillomania
Fluoxetine was not effective in treating hair-pulling disorder in the short term.
research Hair Loss in Women
Over one-third of women experience hair loss, with female-pattern hair loss being most common, and treatments include minoxidil and possibly hair transplantation.
research Efficacy of Imiquimod 5% Cream in the Treatment of Equine Sarcoids: A Pilot Study
Imiquimod 5% cream reduced equine sarcoids in most cases.
research Serum Ferritin and Vitamin D in Female Hair Loss: Do They Play a Role?
Low iron and vitamin D levels are linked to hair loss in women.
research Botulinum Toxin Off-Label Use in Dermatology: A Review
Botulinum toxin shows promise for various skin conditions but requires more research for confirmation and standardized use.
research Risk of Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Obese and Nonobese Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Healthy Reproductively Normal Women
Women with PCOS are more likely to have sleep apnea, mainly if they are obese.
research Value of Trichoscopy Versus Trichogram for Diagnosis of Female Androgenetic Alopecia
Trichoscopy is better than trichogram for diagnosing female hair loss.
research Acne in the Adult Female Patient: A Practical Approach
Hormonal therapies are safe and effective for treating adult women's acne.
research Histologic Response to Topically Applied Minoxidil in Male-Pattern Alopecia
Minoxidil can help grow hair and make hair follicles bigger, but it can also cause side effects.
research Efficacy and Safety of Low-Level Light Therapy for Androgenetic Alopecia: A 24-Week, Randomized, Double-Blind, Self-Comparison, Sham Device-Controlled Trial
Low-level light therapy safely improves hair coverage, thickness, and count in androgenetic alopecia patients.
research Unilateral Gynecomastia Induced by Treatment With 1 mg of Oral Finasteride
Finasteride can cause one-sided breast enlargement, which disappears after stopping the drug.
research Feature Characterization of Scarring and Non-Scarring Types of Alopecia by Multiphoton Microscopy
Multiphoton microscopy can non-invasively tell apart scarring from non-scarring hair loss and could aid in treatment.
research Medical Treatment of Non-Scarring Alopecia
Minoxidil and finasteride can help with hair loss, but more research is needed to improve treatments for certain types of hair loss.
research Persistent Major Alopecia Following Adjuvant Docetaxel for Breast Cancer: Incidence, Characteristics, and Prevention with Scalp Cooling
Scalp cooling effectively prevents severe hair loss in breast cancer patients treated with docetaxel and is safe.
research Janus Kinase Inhibitors For Alopecia Areata
JAK inhibitors effectively improve hair regrowth in alopecia areata with an acceptable safety profile.
research Finasteride and the Uncertainties of Establishing Harms
Finasteride's potential harms are hard to accurately measure.
research Efficacy and Safety of a New 5% Minoxidil Formulation in Male Androgenetic Alopecia: A Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Double-Blind, Noninferiority Study
New 5% minoxidil formula safely and effectively treats male hair loss.
research American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery - 2018 Late-Breaking Abstracts
New treatments and technologies in laser medicine show promise for improving skin conditions, fat reduction, cancer treatment, wound healing, and hair restoration.