4 citations,
August 2010 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Cicatricial alopecia involves scarring hair loss and can be treated with various medications.
2 citations,
August 2010 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” A 65-year-old woman has a growing bald spot on her scalp.
2 citations,
March 2001 in “Environmental Health Perspectives” Small hormonal imbalances can cause significant health problems, so more sensitive testing for hormone-disrupting chemicals is needed.
1 citations,
August 2023 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” The research created a detailed map of skin cells, showing that certain cells in basal cell carcinoma may come from hair follicles and could help the cancer grow.
1 citations,
July 2013 in “Hair transplant forum international” Advancements in hair follicle culture have led to better understanding and potential treatments for hair loss.
May 2021 in “Dermatopathology” The review emphasizes the need to recognize skin conditions that affect hair follicles and sweat glands to avoid misdiagnosis.
102 citations,
July 2020 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Hormones like testosterone and estrogen significantly affect hair growth and structure.
1 citations,
November 2023 in “iScience” A protein called desmoglein 3 is important for keeping hair follicle stem cells inactive and helps in their regeneration.
January 2023 in “Karger Kompass. Dermatologie” Scientists are still unsure what triggers the immune system to attack hair follicles in Alopecia areata.
Androgenetic alopecia, or hair loss, is caused by a mix of genetics, hormones, and environment, where testosterone affects hair growth and causes hair to become smaller and grow for a shorter time.
13 citations,
September 2015 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” Transplanting hair from the nape and around the ear to the hairline and temples generally satisfies patients and looks natural.
3 citations,
October 2015 in “EFSA supporting publications” Isoflavones may help with menopause symptoms but could be risky for women with hormone-sensitive cancers.
1 citations,
September 2015 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” Dr. Umar successfully used softer hair from the nape and around the ear for natural-looking hairlines in 128 patients, with some concerns about hair loss over time.
1 citations,
December 2012 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Injecting triamcinolone acetonide near surgical cuts doesn't greatly affect wound healing but may help in areas with less tension.
22 citations,
January 2015 in “The Cochrane library” DHEA may help with sexual function when used intravaginally by menopausal women but is similar to hormone therapy in other aspects and might cause more side effects like acne and hair loss.
294 citations,
March 2016 in “European journal of cancer” Neoadjuvant chemotherapy followed by surgery leads to fewer severe complications and better quality of life than immediate surgery in advanced ovarian cancer patients with high tumor load.
11 citations,
April 2021 in “Advanced synthesis & catalysis” PXX is an effective and affordable photocatalyst for creating new chemical bonds in organic synthesis.
7 citations,
November 2021 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Skin side effects from cancer treatments can lead to changes in therapy and are common, with nail changes being the most frequent.
4 citations,
October 2019 in “Skin appendage disorders” PRP injections safely increase hair density and thickness in androgenetic alopecia.
August 2023 in “Iranian Journal of Clinical Infectious Diseases” Most skin issues were due to COVID-19, with some caused by vaccines or treatments, and were categorized into five types.
Preparing and learning about menopause can improve women's quality of life as they approach this phase.
June 2022 in “International journal of drug delivery technology” Nebivolol cream may be a promising hair loss treatment by improving blood flow and nourishing hair follicles.
December 2021 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” The study concluded that female pattern hair loss is linked to psychological distress and is hard to diagnose and treat, with its causes still not fully understood.
March 2021 in “Annals of Translational Medicine” Two patients with lupus had an unusual type of hair loss not typical for the disease.
Botulinum toxin-A may increase hair growth and reduce hair loss in men with baldness, and injecting near blood vessels can improve pain relief and last longer.
April 2012 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks” Trichotillomania is a disorder where people compulsively pull out their hair, treated with drugs and behavior therapy.
December 2021 in “IP Indian journal of clinical and experimental dermatology” Trichoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing female pattern hair loss.
June 2020 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Leukocyte-rich platelet-rich plasma is safe and can potentially help treat scarring hair loss.
17 citations,
March 2005 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Autofluorescence in hair follicle stem cells can interfere with studies but may help isolate these cells.
18 citations,
April 1986 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Minoxidil promotes hair regrowth in early baldness stages and prevents baldness in non-bald scalps.