research Disorders of Hair Growth and the Pilosebaceous Unit: Facts and Controversies
Experts don't fully agree on how to diagnose certain hair growth disorders and more research is needed to understand them better.
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research Generalized Hypertrichosis Associated with the Use of Interleukin 17 Blockers in 2 Patients with Psoriasis
Two patients with psoriasis grew extra hair after using certain psoriasis medications.
research Reply to: Very-Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil in Male Androgenetic Alopecia: A Study with Quantitative Trichoscopic Documentation
Low-dose oral minoxidil effectively treats mild-moderate male hair loss, alone or combined with other therapies.
research Chemical Lumbar Sympathectomy in the Treatment of Idiopathic Livedo Reticularis
Chemical lumbar sympathectomy is an effective and safe treatment for idiopathic livedo reticularis.
research Fractional Erbium-Doped Yttrium Aluminum Garnet Laser 2940 nm-Assisted Delivery of Topical Timolol Solution for the Treatment of Histiocytoid Hemangioma
Using a special laser and skin medication together successfully cleared a skin condition in a pregnant woman.
research Safety and Effectiveness of a Novel Hyaluronic Acid Gel for Lip Augmentation
The new hyaluronic acid gel is as safe and effective for lip enhancement as the existing product.
research Reply to: The Effect of Intradermal Botulinum Toxin on Androgenetic Alopecia and Its Possible Mechanism
Botulinum toxin may help treat hair loss by relaxing scalp muscles, improving oxygen and blood flow.
research Rare Presentation of Disseminated Follicular Lymphoma as an Ill-Defined Reticular Patch Over the Scalp and Forehead
A woman with lymphoma had a rare skin rash on her scalp and forehead, which was hard to diagnose but responded well to treatment.
research 31-Year-Old Woman With Alopecia
A woman's hair loss was treated successfully with iron supplements for her iron deficiency.
research A 1.6cm Androgen Secreting Ovarian Leydig Cell Tumor Evades Detection on Multiple Imaging Modalities
A woman's small ovarian tumor causing high androgen levels was missed by several scans but found during surgery.
research Androgen Excess in Pre-Menopausal Women Due to Granulosa Cell Tumor: A Case Report
Removing the ovarian tumor improved the woman's hormonal symptoms.
research Odd-Looking Hair and Progressive Alopecia in Mother and Son
Mother and son diagnosed with a rare genetic hair loss condition with no effective treatment.
research Prevalence and Distribution of Melanocytic Naevi on the Scalp: A Prospective Study
Moles on the scalp are more common in people with more body moles and atypical moles, but not linked to balding.
research A Case of Scarring Alopecia
The woman was diagnosed with lichen planopilaris and can be treated with corticosteroids.
research Hair Replacement Surgery for Male Pattern Alopecia
Surgical hair replacement is a viable option for male pattern baldness when done with proper planning and realistic expectations.
research Vitiligo: A Comprehensive Overview
Vitiligo is a skin condition causing white spots, more common in women, often starts before age 20, and can affect mental health.
research Treatment of Postmenopausal Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia with Oral Dutasteride
Oral dutasteride can potentially treat frontal fibrosing alopecia in postmenopausal women, with some patients showing disease arrest and hair regrowth.
research SALT II: A New Take on the Severity of Alopecia Tool for Determining Percentage Scalp Hair Loss
The updated SALT II tool offers a more precise way to measure scalp hair loss.
research Hair Pull Test: Evidence-Based Update and Revision of Guidelines
The normal range for the hair pull test is 2 hairs or fewer, and washing or brushing hair before the test does not affect the results.
research Anatomic Location of Primary Melanoma: Survival Differences and Sun Exposure
Where melanoma is on the body affects survival chances; melanomas on the back of the head are worse, while those on thighs and arms are less severe, and more sun exposure might improve survival.
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 Adherence to Topical Hydrocortisone 17-Butyrate 0.1% in Different Vehicles in Adults with Atopic Dermatitis
Adults with atopic dermatitis showed similar adherence to different forms of hydrocortisone cream, but actual use varied despite self-reports of near-perfect usage.
research Twenty Nail Onychomadesis: An Unusual Finding in Cronkhite-Canada Syndrome
A man with Cronkhite-Canada syndrome had all 20 nails detach but improved with treatment.
research Updates in the Understanding and Treatments of Skin and Hair Disorders in Women of Color
New treatments for skin and hair disorders in women of color address unique biological differences and include specific acne medications, sunscreens, skin lighteners, and hair care adjustments.
research Hair Whitening in a Patient with Psoriasis on Adalimumab Reversed After Switching to Ixekizumab
Switching from adalimumab to ixekizumab improved a patient's psoriasis and reversed hair whitening.
research Excess Iodine Intake From a Cystic Fibrosis Supplement Induces Symptomatic Hypothyroidism
Excessive iodine from a cystic fibrosis supplement can cause hypothyroidism.
research Posters Presented at the 19th Joint Meeting of the International Society of Dermatopathology, March 2–3, 2016, Hilton Crystal City at Washington Reagan National Airport, Arlington, Virginia, USA
The meeting showcased rare skin disease cases, highlighting the need for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
research Treatment of Hirsutism with the Pure Antiandrogen Flutamide
Flutamide effectively reduced excessive hair growth and improved related symptoms in hirsutism patients without significant side effects.
research Lack of Efficacy of Topical Latanoprost and Bimatoprost Ophthalmic Solutions in Promoting Eyelash Growth in Patients with Alopecia Areata
Topical latanoprost and bimatoprost eye solutions don't help eyelash growth in people with alopecia areata.
research Tofacitinib for the Treatment of Alopecia Areata in Preadolescent Children
Tofacitinib helped some young children with severe hair loss grow their hair back without bad side effects.