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.
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research Androgenetic Alopecia: An Evidence-Based Treatment Update
Effective treatments for male pattern baldness include oral finasteride and topical minoxidil, while topical minoxidil is best for female pattern baldness.
research Liposomes in Dermatology Today
Liposomes improve drug delivery and reduce skin irritation in dermatology.
research Ultraviolet Radiation in Wound Care: Sterilization and Stimulation
UV radiation can help sterilize wounds and promote healing but requires careful use to avoid damaging cells.
research Surface Lipids as Multifunctional Mediators of Skin Responses to Environmental Stimuli
Skin surface lipids are important for skin health and altering them could help prevent aging and treat skin conditions.
research Photodynamic and Photobiological Effects of Light-Emitting Diode Therapy in Dermatological Disease: An Update
LED therapy is safe and shows potential for treating skin conditions and promoting hair growth, but more research is needed.
research Low-Level Laser Therapy and Hair Regrowth: An Evidence-Based Review
Low-level laser therapy is safe and can increase hair growth for male and female pattern hair loss.
research Advances in the Management of Alopecia Areata
New treatments for severe hair loss often fail, but some patients see hair regrowth with specific therapies, and treatment should be tailored to the individual's situation.
research Finasteride for Female Androgenetic Alopecia
Finasteride increases hair density in female androgenetic alopecia, but individual results may vary.
research Alopecia Areata: A Review of Treatments and Their Efficacy
Different treatments for alopecia areata have varying success rates and side effects; intralesional steroids are most effective.
research Low-Level Laser Treatment Accelerated Hair Regrowth in a Rat Model of Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia
Low-level laser treatment helped rats regrow hair faster after chemotherapy.
research Psoriatic Alopecia
Psoriasis can cause temporary or permanent hair loss.
research Psychological Interventions in the Management of Common Skin Conditions
Using psychological treatments can help manage skin conditions along with regular medical care.
research Therapeutic Potential of Patient iPSC-Derived Melanocytes in Autologous Transplantation
Patient-derived melanocytes can potentially treat vitiligo by restoring skin pigmentation.
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 A Randomized, Investigator-Blinded, Controlled, Split-Scalp Study of the Efficacy and Safety of a 1550-nm Fractional Erbium-Glass Laser, Used in Combination with Topical 5% Minoxidil Versus 5% Minoxidil Alone, for the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
Laser and minoxidil combo promotes better hair growth than minoxidil alone, safely.
research Comparative Effectiveness of Low-Level Laser Therapy for Adult Androgenic Alopecia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
Low-level laser therapy significantly increases hair density in adults with hair loss, with low-frequency treatment being more effective.
research The Effects of Narrowbands of Visible Light Upon Some Skin Disorders: A Review
Visible light can improve skin disorders and hair loss, but more research is needed to understand long-term effects.
research Extracellular Fraction of Adipose Tissue as an Innovative Regenerative Approach for Vitiligo Treatment
Fat tissue extract may help treat vitiligo by reducing cell stress and promoting skin repair.
research Halo Nevi, Vitiligo, and Diffuse Alopecia Areata Associated with Tocilizumab Therapy
Tocilizumab therapy may cause skin and hair conditions like halo naevi, vitiligo, and alopecia areata.
research Imposters of Androgenetic Alopecia
Recognize and treat hair loss conditions that mimic androgenetic alopecia by identifying warning signs and using proper tools.
research Repigmentation of Hair After Latanoprost Therapy
Latanoprost therapy potentially caused a woman's white hair to darken again.
research Challenging Regional Psoriasis and Ustekinumab Biotherapy: Impact of the Patterns of Disease
Ustekinumab might work for severe psoriasis, but more research is needed to be sure.
research Hypopigmented Mycosis Fungoides Treated with 308 nm Excimer Laser
A 308 nm excimer laser successfully treated a boy with a rare skin condition after about a year of weekly sessions.
research Complementary and Alternative Medicine for Vitiligo
Eat antioxidant-rich foods, reduce fast food, and explore various treatments for vitiligo.
research Update on Psychodermatological Disorders
Treating both the mind and skin together, especially by managing stress, can greatly improve outcomes for skin disorders linked to psychological issues.
research Significance of Iron Status in Hair Loss in Women
Iron deficiency might contribute to hair loss in women.
research Low-Level Light Therapy for Cosmetics and Dermatology
Low-Level Light Therapy is effective for skin rejuvenation, wound healing, and hair growth, with mild side effects.
research Management of Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Effective treatment for hidradenitis suppurativa varies, with antibiotics commonly used and surgery as an option, but no single method is universally successful.
research Alternative Therapies for Vitiligo
Some alternative therapies for vitiligo show promise but need more research.