4 citations
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October 2020 in “The journal of investigative dermatology. Symposium proceedings/The Journal of investigative dermatology symposium proceedings” This study suggests that IL-4 and IL-13 may play a role in the immunopathogenesis of alopecia areata in some patients, indicating a possible Th2-driven pathway in this condition.
May 2024 in “JAAD Case Reports” This case report describes a 29-year-old man with a year-long non-itchy skin eruption and hair loss, with distinct papules and plaques across his scalp, beard, body, and suprapubic regions, but no systemic symptoms or family history of autoimmune disease.
July 2014 in “Journal of the Dermatology Nurses' Association” This article summarizes lessons and tips from the Dermatology Nurses’ Association’s annual conference, sharing insights on various dermatology topics but does not present new research results.
January 1997 in “International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery” This announcement details the World Association of Hair Restoration Surgeons' upcoming live workshop in Orlando and does not provide any new research findings.
19 citations
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August 2019 in “Dermatologic therapy” This review discusses the use of Janus kinase inhibitors for alopecia areata and reports promising short-term efficacy but low-quality evidence, highlighting the need for further research to confirm long-term safety and effectiveness.
1 citations
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March 2021 in “Korean Journal of Clinical Laboratory Science” This study reported that oral administration of Aucklandia lappa Decne. extract significantly promoted hair growth and increased the number of hair follicles in hair-removed mice compared to controls.
32 citations
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August 1982 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study reports two cases of follicular lichen planus, suggesting that GLPLS and LPP may be variants of this condition based on clinical and immunofluorescent findings.
July 2016 in “Chinese Journal of Dermatology” This study found that low-level laser therapy increased hair density in men with androgenetic alopecia, with even greater improvements seen when combined with finasteride.
40 citations
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December 2016 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” This study reviewed the role of the JAK/STAT signaling pathway in skin diseases and the potential of JAK inhibitors for treating conditions like psoriasis and atopic dermatitis. Although the findings are promising, the authors concluded it is premature to establish their place in dermatological treatments.
January 2024 in “Revista de la Asociación Colombiana de Dermatología y Cirugía Dermatológica/Revista de la Asociacion Colombiana de Dermatologia y Cirugia Dermatologica” This case report highlights the successful treatment of alopecia areata universalis with Baricitinib, suggesting potential long-term effectiveness of janus kinase inhibitors for this autoimmune hair loss condition.
4 citations
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November 2018 in “JAAD case reports” This report presents a case of alopecia areata manifesting in a linear pattern, deviating from the typical presentation of sharply demarcated round patches.
1 citations
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December 2022 in “Pediatric dermatology” This case report highlighted an instance of lichen spinulosus emerging as a new cutaneous sequela in a boy following toxic epidermal necrolysis, responding to treatment with ammonium lactate.
April 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” The editorial introduces studies on various cosmetic and laser treatments, their effectiveness, and posttreatment care.
November 2022 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study generated a transcriptomic map of human hair follicle compartments, providing a database for identifying compartment-specific gene expression which may aid in developing targeted treatments for hair follicle disorders.
27 citations
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September 1992 in “The Lancet” ICL is a condition with low CD4+ T cells like AIDS but not caused by HIV, and normal CD4+ T cell counts may vary between men and women.
9 citations
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April 2016 in “Cutaneous and ocular toxicology” This study found that Alpha Lipoic Acid may help reduce cigarette smoke-induced skin damage in rats by improving collagen structure and reducing markers of oxidative stress.
August 2015 in “Journal of clinical & experimental dermatology research” In this study, Low Level Laser Therapy significantly increased hair mass density and patient satisfaction in individuals with pattern hair loss over one year, suggesting it as an effective treatment option.
December 2025 in “ILDS-DEV”
11 citations
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April 2015 in “EBioMedicine” This research highlights that JAK inhibitors, such as baricitinib, may effectively reverse symptoms of alopecia areata by targeting specific immune pathways, though safety and efficacy require further investigation.
July 2025 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” The Brazilian version of the Alopecia Areata Quality of Life Index is reliable for assessing patients' quality of life.
September 2022 in “The American journal of dermatopathology/American journal of dermatopathology” This case report highlights that lipedematous scalp and alopecia areata may coexist and that precise diagnosis requires histopathologic examination.
8 citations
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September 2021 in “Facial plastic surgery & aesthetic medicine” This systematic review found that low-level light/laser therapy showed a positive effect in treating male and female pattern hair loss without side effects, as reported by all analyzed randomized controlled trials.
November 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The issue concluded that various skin conditions have different effective treatments and factors influencing them.
April 2018 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study suggests that GATA6 is a key regulator of the upper pilo-sebaceous unit homeostasis and differentiation in human skin.
November 2025 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” This study observed that JAK inhibitors were effective and safe for treating alopecia totalis and universalis, with improved response rates seen most with ritlecitinib and tofacitinib by week 24.
April 2025 in “The Journal of Dermatology” This study provides initial insights into the use of JAK inhibitors for CTCL, reporting some cases of symptom improvement, but highlights the need for further research on their association with CTCL development and safety.
May 2014 in “Japanese Society of Anti-Aging Medicine” 16 citations
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January 2020 in “Annals of the rheumatic diseases” In this study, baricitinib improved the resolution of arthritis or rash in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus, but outcomes for skin involvement like alopecia were not reported.
November 2025 in “Phytomedicine” This study found that Justicia procumbens aqueous extract promoted hair regrowth and alleviated aging-related hair and vascular deterioration in mice, indicating potential benefits for maintaining hair health as aging progresses, though further research is needed for human validation.
September 2023 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Dermatologists should consider alpha-gal syndrome in patients with unexplained chronic skin issues.