research Scalp Dermoscopy or Trichoscopy
Trichoscopy is a quick, noninvasive method to diagnose hair and scalp disorders, often reducing the need for biopsies.
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research From Neural Crest Cells to Melanocytes: Cellular Plasticity During Development and Beyond
Melanocyte development from neural crest cells is complex and influenced by many factors, and better understanding could help treat skin disorders.
research Anti-Acne Agents Attenuate FGFR2 Signal Transduction in Acne
Anti-acne medications may work by reducing the activity of a protein involved in acne development.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma Versus Minoxidil 5% in Treatment of Alopecia Areata: A Trichoscopic Evaluation
PRP more effective than minoxidil 5% for treating alopecia areata.
research The Role of Lymphocytes in the Development and Treatment of Alopecia Areata
Lymphocytes, especially CD8+ T cells, play a key role in causing alopecia areata, and targeting them may lead to new treatments.
research Effectiveness of Platelet-Rich Plasma for Androgenetic Alopecia: A Review of the Literature
PRP treatment helps hair growth in most cases, but more research needed.
research Erosive Pustular Dermatosis of the Scalp: Clinical, Trichoscopic, and Histopathologic Features of 20 Cases
The conclusion is that high-potency steroids or tacrolimus are effective treatments for erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma for Androgenetic Alopecia: A Review of the Literature and Proposed Treatment Protocol
PRP shows promise for hair loss treatment, with three initial monthly injections and maintenance every 3-6 months.
research Skin Diseases Associated With Atopic Dermatitis
People with atopic dermatitis are more likely to develop other skin conditions due to shared genetics and immune pathways.
research Histologic Response to Topically Applied Minoxidil in Male-Pattern Alopecia
Minoxidil can help grow hair and make hair follicles bigger, but it can also cause side effects.
research Acquired Scalp Alopecia: A Review
Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for preventing permanent hair loss in various scalp conditions, and while new treatments are promising, more research is needed to evaluate their effectiveness.
research Transepidermal UV Radiation of Scalp Skin Ex Vivo Induces Hair Follicle Damage That Is Alleviated by Topical Treatment with Caffeine
Caffeine applied to the scalp can protect hair follicles from UV damage.
research A Hypothetical Pathogenesis Model for Androgenic Alopecia: Clarifying the Dihydrotestosterone Paradox and Rate-Limiting Recovery Factors
The model suggests that scalp tension could lead to hair loss, with factors like blood vessel hardening, enlarged oil glands, and poor microcirculation also playing a role. It also hints at a possible link between skull shape and baldness pattern.
research Oxidative Stress Management in the Hair Follicle: Could Targeting NRF2 Counter Age-Related Hair Disorders and Beyond?
Activating NRF2 might help treat hair disorders by improving antioxidant defenses.
research Topical Minoxidil Counteracts Stress-Induced Hair Growth Inhibition in Mice
Minoxidil helps prevent stress-caused hair loss in mice.
research A Systematic Review of the Outcome of Hair Transplantation in Primary Scarring Alopecia
Hair transplantation may work for some types of scarring alopecia, but results vary and more research is needed.
research Harnessing Neuroendocrine Controls of Keratin Expression: A New Therapeutic Strategy for Skin Diseases?
Using neurohormones to control keratin can lead to new skin disease treatments.
research Comparison of Zinc, Copper, and Iron Content in Hair and Serum in Alopecia Areata Patients with Normal Group
Hair and serum levels of zinc, copper, and iron are similar in people with alopecia areata and healthy individuals.
research Tinea Capitis Mimicking Cicatricial Alopecia: What Host and Dermatophyte Factors Lead to This Unusual Clinical Presentation?
Some cases of tinea capitis, a fungal scalp infection, can look like scarring hair loss due to the body's immune response and the fungus itself.
research Peripheral Blood Gene Expression in Alopecia Areata Reveals Molecular Pathways Distinguishing Heritability, Disease, and Severity
Blood tests can help understand the genetic differences in people with alopecia areata, including how severe it is and if it's inherited.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma: Principles and Applications in Plastic Surgery
Platelet-rich plasma is beneficial in various plastic surgery applications, but more research is needed to standardize its use.
research Familial Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia Treated With Dutasteride, Minoxidil, and Artificial Hair Transplantation
Treatment with dutasteride, minoxidil, and artificial hair transplantation improved appearance but caused folliculitis.
research Investigation of Hair Shaft in Seborrheic Dermatitis Using Atomic Force Microscopy
Hair from people with seborrheic dermatitis is thicker scaled, more damaged, and thinner than healthy hair, and atomic force microscopy can help monitor the condition.
research New Pharmaceutical Concepts for Sebaceous Gland Diseases: Implementing Today's Pre-Clinical Data into Tomorrow's Daily Clinical Practice
New treatments for skin conditions related to the sebaceous gland are being developed based on current research.
research The Antimycotic Agent Clotrimazole Inhibits Melanogenesis by Accelerating ERK and PI3K/Akt-Mediated Tyrosinase Degradation
Clotrimazole, an antifungal cream, may safely reduce skin pigmentation by breaking down the enzyme needed for making melanin.
research Human Epithelial Stem Cell Survival Within Their Niche Requires Tonic Cannabinoid Receptor 1 Signaling—Lessons From the Hair Follicle
Cannabinoid receptor-1 signaling is essential for the survival and growth of human hair follicle stem cells.
research Common Dermatologic Conditions
The document concludes that quick referral and appropriate treatments are crucial for managing common skin conditions and preventing permanent damage.
research Evidence of Hair Loss After Subacute Exposure to 2-Chloroethyl Ethyl Sulfide, a Mustard Analog, and Beneficial Effects of N-Acetylcysteine
Mustard gas exposure causes hair loss, but treating with N-acetylcysteine can prevent it.
research Alopecia in General Medicine
The document concludes that diagnosing and treating hair loss is complex and requires understanding its psychological effects and underlying causes, while also calling for more research and new treatments.
research Special Stains and Immunohistochemical Stains in Hair Pathology
Special and immunohistochemical stains are not routinely needed for diagnosing hair disorders.