research The Itchy Scalp: Scratching for an Explanation
Scalp itching is common and hard to diagnose due to the complex nerve structure of the scalp.
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research Break Dancing: A New Risk Factor for Scarring Hair Loss
Break dancing on the head may cause a type of scarring hair loss that needs early treatment to prevent permanent damage.
research Research Highlights: Impact of Alopecia on Quality of Life, Head Lice Diagnosis, Oral Lichen Planus Allergies, and Wet Dressings for Itchy Skin
Hair loss significantly affects quality of life, wet combing is better than visual inspection for finding head lice, many with oral lichen planus have allergies, and wet wraps with steroids quickly improve itchy skin conditions.
research A Case of Neurodermatitis Circumscripta of Scalp Presenting as Patchy Alopecia
Emotional factors are crucial in treating and preventing scalp neurodermatitis and hair loss.
research An Interesting Case of Cushing Syndrome
Stopping steroids and providing supportive care improved the patient's Cushing Syndrome symptoms and ulcers.
research Refractory Pruritic Fox-Fordyce Disease Successfully Treated With Botulinum Toxin Type A
Botox injections may be a safe and effective way to treat severe, itchy skin disease when other treatments fail.
research Black Dot Type Capitis Tinea Resembles Bacterial Folliculitis
A man with a fungal scalp infection got better after treatment with griseofulvin, cetirizine, and ketoconazole shampoo.
research Lichen Simplex Chronicus Positive for C5b-9/MAC, IgD, and C3c Due to Recurrent Bacterial Hair Follicular Unit Infection
Chronic bacterial infections of hair follicles can cause ongoing skin inflammation.
research Erosive Pustular Dermatosis of the Scalp from Topical Minoxidil 5% Solution
A woman developed a scalp condition from using minoxidil, which improved with a different treatment but left scarring.
research Lichenoid Red Tattoo Reaction and Alopecia Areata
A man's red tattoo caused a skin reaction and hair loss in his beard, which improved after treatment.
research Allergic Contact Dermatitis to Superglue
A man got an allergic skin reaction from using superglue on a wig.
research Dizziness And Rash In An HIV Positive Man
The man likely has secondary syphilis affecting his nervous system.
research Dermoscopy Before and After Treatment of Cutaneous Larva Migrans: Through the Dermoscope
Dermoscopy may not show hookworms clearly, and comparing it with tissue studies could improve diagnosis accuracy for skin conditions caused by parasites.
research Psoriatic Scarring Alopecia: A Case Report
A woman with long-term scalp psoriasis developed rare scarring hair loss that didn't fully respond to treatments.
research Cutaneous Manifestations at Saphenous Vein Harvest Site Among Iraqi Patients with Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
Many Iraqi patients had skin problems at the site where a vein was taken for heart surgery.
research Epidermophyton Floccosum as a Possible Etiological Agent of Tinea Capitis: A Case Report
A fungus called Epidermophyton floccosum can cause scalp infections.
research Atopic Dermatitis and Cognition in Children: A UK-Based Birth Cohort Study
Childhood atopic dermatitis does not significantly affect general cognition.
research A Case of Folliculitis Decalvans With Concomitant Acne Keloidalis Nuchae, Androgenic Alopecia, and Profound Postinflammatory Hyperpigmentation
A 37-year-old man with hair loss and skin issues was successfully treated with oral antibiotics, highlighting the need for early treatment. Long-term care includes low-dose antibiotics and avoiding caps and wigs.
research Hair Casts or Pseudonits
Hair casts, also called pseudonits, are often mistaken for other conditions.
research Incidence Of Mange Infestation In Rabbits
43.1% of rabbits in Mosul City had mange, with Sarcoptes scabiei var. cuniculi being the most common.
research Adverse Reaction to Cetuximab, an Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor Inhibitor
Cetuximab often causes skin problems, but they can be managed without stopping treatment.
research Dermoscopy in the Diagnosis of Tinea Capitis Infections in Children
Dermoscopy can help diagnose tinea capitis in children by looking for comma hairs, black dots, and broken hairs with white bands.
research Skin Disorders
Older adults often have skin problems due to aging, and treating these conditions requires attention to both physical and mental health.
research Tinea Capitis in Adolescent: A Case Report
A teenage girl with a fungal scalp infection got better with antifungal and allergy medication, and special shampoo.
research The Prevalence of Itch and Pain and Its Characteristics in Patients with Mild to Moderate Venous Insufficiency and Its Relationship to the Degree of Venous Insufficiency
Itch is a common symptom in patients with chronic venous insufficiency, often accompanied by burning and pain.
research Circumscribed Alopecia: An Unusual Manifestation of Head Lice Infestation
Head lice can cause unusual patchy hair loss.
research The Use of Diphencyprone in Dermatology: A Retrospective Audit
Diphencyprone treatment protocols could be simplified as no harm occurred despite not fully following them.
research Skin Problems in Pregnancy
Pregnancy can cause skin changes and may affect pre-existing skin conditions, with some treatments not safe for use during pregnancy.
research Dermoscopy in General Dermatology: A Practical Overview
Dermoscopy is a useful tool for identifying features of skin conditions, but more research is needed to define its role in dermatology.
research Identification and Characterization of Four Immune-Related Signatures in Keloid
Four specific genes are linked to keloid formation and could be potential treatment targets.