research Chapter 20: Pathogenesis and Treatment of Alopecias
Hair loss from alopecia areata and androgenetic alopecia can be treated, but more effective and safer treatments are needed.
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research An Updated Review of the Sebaceous Gland and Its Role in Health and Diseases Part 2: Pathophysiological Clinical Disorders of Sebaceous Glands
Sebaceous glands are involved in various skin disorders, some treatable with medications like finasteride and minoxidil.
research Contributions of Dermatologists to COVID-19 Research: A Brief Systematic Review
Dermatologists helped identify COVID-19 through skin symptoms and managed skin issues during the pandemic, but more high-quality research is needed.
research Is Paradoxical Hair Growth Caused by Low-Level Radiant Exposure by Home-Use Laser and Intense Pulsed Light Devices?
Home-use lasers and IPL devices are unlikely to directly cause paradoxical hair growth; it may be linked to inflammation or hormonal issues.
research Hair Transplantation for Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: Part of the Solution?
Hair transplantation for Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia may work if done after the disease is inactive for 2 years and with ongoing treatment after surgery.
research Diagnostic Exercise: Severe Bilaterally Symmetrical Alopecia in a Horse
A horse with severe hair loss was diagnosed with alopecia areata and a yeast infection.
research Isotretinoin for the Treatment of Facial Lichen Planopilaris: A New Indication for an Old Drug, a Case Series Study
Isotretinoin was not effective in treating facial lichen planopilaris.
research The Hydroxypropyl-β-Cyclodextrin-Minoxidil Inclusion Complex Improves the Cardiovascular and Proliferative Adverse Effects of Minoxidil in Male Rats: Implications in the Treatment of Alopecia
A new gel form of minoxidil is equally effective for hair growth and safer for the heart and other organs than the traditional solution.
research The Cutaneous Side Effects of Selective BRAF Inhibitors and Anti-CTLA4 Agents: The Growing Role of the Dermatologist in the Management of Patients with Metastatic Melanoma
Dermatologists are crucial for managing skin side effects in metastatic melanoma patients using vemurafenib and ipilimumab.
research Evaluation of Apoptosis Regulatory Markers in Androgenetic Alopecia
Apoptosis may contribute to hair loss in androgenetic alopecia.
research Disorders of the Hair and Scalp in Children
The document concludes that various hair and scalp disorders in children have specific treatments and proper diagnosis is essential.
research Efficacy of Antihistamines in Combination with Topical Corticosteroid and Superficial Cryotherapy for Treatment of Alopecia Areata: A Retrospective Cohort Study
Adding antihistamines to topical corticosteroid and cryotherapy may improve hair regrowth in alopecia areata patients.
research Dermoscopic Pre- And Post-Treatment Evaluation In Patients With Androgenetic Alopecia On Platelet-Rich Plasma—A Prospective Study
PRP treatment improves hair count, density, and reduces hair loss in AGA patients.
research Non-Dietary Scurvy With Relapse Symptoms After Stopping Oral Vitamin C Supplementation
A 3-year-old girl developed scurvy symptoms that improved with vitamin C but relapsed when supplementation stopped.
research Trichodynia Revisited
Trichodynia is a painful scalp condition not directly linked to the amount or type of hair loss and may involve psychological factors, with treatments showing mixed results.
research Efficacy of Intradermal Minoxidil 5% Injections for Treatment of Patchy Non-Severe Alopecia Areata
Minoxidil injections can speed up hair regrowth in non-severe patchy hair loss, but combining it with steroids doesn't improve results.
research Hair Follicle Plasticity with Complemented Immune-Modulation Following Follicular Unit Extraction
Transplanted hair follicles can change and adapt to new areas of the body, with the immune system possibly playing a role in this adjustment.
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.
research An Update on Diagnosis and Treatment of Female Pattern Hair Loss
Updated treatments for female hair loss include minoxidil, antiandrogens, hair transplants, and light therapy.
research Construction of Regulatory Network for Alopecia Areata Progression and Identification of Immune Monitoring Genes Based on Multiple Machine-Learning Algorithms
Researchers found four genes that could help diagnose severe alopecia areata early.
research Frontotemporal Hairline Recession in a Postmenopausal Woman
Postmenopausal women can experience hairline recession, affecting their quality of life, and more research is needed for treatments.
research Diseases of Hair and Nails
The document says that there are treatments for hair and nail diseases.
research A Mutation in the Type II Hair Keratin KRT86 Gene in a Han Family with Monilethrix
A new mutation in the KRT86 gene was found to cause the hair disorder monilethrix in a Han family.
research The Genetically Programmed Hair Growth Cycle And Alopecia: What Is There To Know?
The document concludes that hair loss is complex, affects many people, has limited treatments, and requires more research on its causes and psychological impact.
research Reversing Gray Hair: Inspiring the Development of New Therapies Through Research on Hair Pigmentation and Repigmentation Progress
Gray hair can potentially be reversed, leading to new treatments.
research Update on Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia
Best treatment for Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia is 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors and intralesional corticosteroids.
research First Case of Degenerative Mucinotic Mural Folliculitis in Brazil
A cat in Brazil was found with a severe skin condition linked to feline AIDS.
research Dystrophic Anagen Effluvium Occurring During Pegylated Interferon-α-2a/Ribavirin Therapy
A woman's hair loss during Hepatitis C treatment with PEG-INF-a-2a and Ribavirin was reversible after stopping the medication.
research Current and Future Pharmacotherapy for Alopecia Areata
New treatments for hair loss show promise but need more research to confirm safety and effectiveness.
research Scalp Biopsy and Diagnosis of Common Hair Loss Problems
Scalp biopsy helps tell apart permanent and temporary hair loss types and guides treatment.