research Adult Onset Hair Casts: Nits Which Do Not Itch
Hair casts are harmless but can be mistaken for head lice.
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research Follicular Psoriasis: A Case Report and Review of Literature
A man with follicular psoriasis got better after treatment with skin cream and allergy pills.
research Proliferative Necrotizing Otitis Externa in Two Young Cats
Two young cats with a severe ear and skin condition improved with immune system-targeting treatments.
research The Histopathologic Spectrum of Psoriasis
Psoriasis skin changes are complex and might need several biopsies for a clear diagnosis.
research Tendency to Underestimate the Severity of Androgenetic Alopecia
People often underestimate hair loss severity, with fewer seeking treatment, and it's more distressing for women.
research Acantholytic Hair Casts: A Dermoscopic Sign of Pemphigus Vulgaris of the Scalp
Hair casts on the scalp may be a sign of ongoing pemphigus vulgaris and could suggest a need to adjust treatment.
research Diseases of the Skin: Treatment of Scalp Disorders
The document concludes that scalp disorders can be treated with hair washing, specific shampoos, medications, and sometimes surgery or hair transplants, but hereditary baldness is untreatable.
research Molecular and Pathological Studies on Sarcoptes Scabiei in Sheep in Ismailia Province, Egypt
10.5% of sheep in Ismailia, Egypt, had Sarcoptes scabiei, causing skin issues.
research Skin Cell Heterogeneity in Development, Wound Healing, and Cancer
Different types of skin cells play specific roles in development, healing, and cancer.
research Ichthyosis
The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of ichthyosis is crucial for treatment and genetic advice, and ongoing research is needed for better therapies.
research Obesity and the Skin
Obesity is linked to various skin problems and may increase the risk of skin cancer.
research Stratum Corneum Dysfunction in Dandruff
Improving skin barrier and using antifungal treatments can help manage dandruff.
research A Comprehensive Pathophysiology of Dandruff and Seborrheic Dermatitis: Towards a More Precise Definition of Scalp Health
The document concludes that dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis are linked to inflammation and skin changes, and treating them with specific shampoos can reduce these issues.
research Revisiting Dandruff: Role of Malassezia Yeasts and Treatment Implications
Dandruff is mainly caused by a scalp reaction to yeast, can worsen hair loss, and antifungal treatments may help.
research Reversing Wrinkled Skin and Hair Loss in Mice by Restoring Mitochondrial Function
Restoring mitochondrial function in mice reversed their skin wrinkling and hair loss.
research Dermatoscopy of Hair Shaft Disorders
Dermatoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing hair disorders and can help choose samples for more detailed analysis.
research Current Applications of High-Frequency Ultrasonography in Dermatology
High-frequency ultrasonography is a useful but underused tool in dermatology for assessing skin cancers, monitoring diseases, and evaluating treatments.
research Compartmentalized Epidermal Activation of β-Catenin Differentially Affects Lineage Reprogramming and Underlies Tumor Heterogeneity
Activating β-catenin in different skin stem cells causes various types of hair growth and skin tumors.
research Acquired Zinc Deficiency Dermatosis in Humans
Zinc supplements can resolve skin issues caused by zinc deficiency.
research Acneiform Dermatoses
Some skin conditions look like acne but are caused by drugs, and they usually get better when the drug is stopped.
research Deciphering the Functions of the Hair Follicle Infundibulum in Skin Physiology and Disease
The hair follicle infundibulum plays a key role in skin health and disease, and understanding it better could lead to new skin disease treatments.
research Chemotherapy of Psoriasis and Other Skin Disorders with Oral Retinoids
Oral retinoids are effective for treating severe skin disorders but have reversible side effects and risks for pregnant women.
research Dermatologic Investigation of Alopecia in Rhesus Macaques (Macaca Mulatta)
Most hair loss in captive rhesus macaques is likely due to environmental and behavioral factors.
research Genome-Wide Association Study of Skin Complex Diseases
Genetic variants linked to ten skin diseases were found, showing both immune and non-immune factors play a role.
research Light Microscopy of the Hair: A Simple Tool to Untangle Hair Disorders
Light microscopy is useful for diagnosing different hair disorders.
research Multi-Tasking Epidermal Stem Cells: Beyond Epidermal Maintenance
Epidermal stem cells have various roles in skin beyond just maintenance, including forming specialized structures and aiding in skin repair and regeneration.
research Llama Dermatology
Llamas often have skin issues like mange, bacterial infections, and allergies, with some treatable by zinc.
research Is Propionibacterium Acnes Associated With Hair Casts And Alopecia?
Propionibacterium acnes might be linked to hair casts and possibly alopecia.
research Hair Casts and Cutaneous Spicules in Multiple Myeloma
Hair casts and cutaneous spicules can be signs of multiple myeloma.
research Hair Casts or Pseudonits
Hair casts, also called pseudonits, are often mistaken for other conditions.