research Alopecia Areata: A Tissue-Specific Autoimmune Disease of the Hair Follicle
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune condition causing hair loss due to the immune system attacking hair follicles, often influenced by genetics and stress.
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research Overview of Common, Rare, and Atypical Manifestations of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus and Histopathological Correlates
The document concludes that recognizing and treating cutaneous lupus erythematosus early is crucial for managing the skin and potential systemic symptoms.
research Vitamin D and the Skin: Focus on a Complex Relationship
Vitamin D is important for skin health and may affect conditions like psoriasis and hair loss, but more research is needed to understand its role fully.
research Prolactin and the Skin: A Dermatological Perspective on an Ancient Pleiotropic Peptide Hormone
Prolactin affects hair growth and skin conditions, and could be a target for new skin disease treatments.
research The Peripheral Clock Regulates Human Pigmentation
Certain genes control the color of human hair by affecting pigment production.
research The Endocannabinoid System of the Skin: A Potential Approach for the Treatment of Skin Disorders
Targeting the skin's endocannabinoid system could help treat skin disorders.
research Control of Human Hair Growth by Neurotrophins: Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor Inhibits Hair Shaft Elongation, Induces Catagen, and Stimulates Follicular Transforming Growth Factor Beta 2 Expression
Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) slows down hair growth and promotes hair follicle regression.
research Oxidative Damage Control in a Human Mini-Organ: Nrf2 Activation Protects Against Oxidative Stress-Induced Hair Growth Inhibition
Activating Nrf2 protects human hair follicles from oxidative stress and helps prevent hair growth inhibition.
research Alopecia Areata Update
Despite progress in treatment, the exact cause of Alopecia areata is still unknown.
research Alopecia Areata: A Review of Treatments and Their Efficacy
Different treatments for alopecia areata have varying success rates and side effects; intralesional steroids are most effective.
research Treatment of Alopecia Areata
Some treatments can help with hair regrowth in alopecia areata, but results vary and long-term use is often needed without changing the disease's outcome.
research Premature Graying of Hair: Causes, Associations, and Treatments
Premature graying of hair may suggest health issues and currently lacks effective treatments.
research Current and Potential Agents for the Treatment of Alopecia Areata
Current and future treatments for alopecia areata focus on immunosuppression, immunomodulation, and protecting hair follicles.
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 Exploring the Brain-Skin Connection: Leads and Lessons from the Hair Follicle
Hair follicles on the scalp interact with and respond to the nervous system, influencing their own behavior and growth.
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 Male Fertility and Skin Diseases
Some skin diseases and their treatments can negatively affect male fertility.
research Autoantigen Discovery in the Hair Loss Disorder, Alopecia Areata: Implications of Post-Translational Modifications
New protein changes may be involved in the immune attack on hair follicles in alopecia areata.
research Hair Loss After Terbinafine Treatment
Terbinafine can cause hair loss.
research Segmental Vitiligo: Characteristics, Treatment, and Prognosis
Segmental Vitiligo is a stable, early-onset form of vitiligo that responds well to early treatment and is ideal for repigmentation studies.
research Rosacea and Chronic Rhinosinusitis: A Case-Controlled Study
The study suggests that people with rosacea are more likely to have chronic rhinosinusitis.
research British Hair and Nail Society Findings on Hair and Nail Disorders
Men with a certain type of hair loss often use facial moisturizers, and a specific antibiotic treatment may help another hair condition.
research Use of Contact Immunotherapy in the Treatment of Skin Diseases Other than Alopecia Areata
Contact immunotherapy might help treat various skin conditions, but more research is needed to confirm its safety and effectiveness.
research A Review on Nanoparticle-Based Herbal Remedies for the Management of Alopecia
Nanoparticle-based herbal remedies could be promising for treating hair loss with fewer side effects and lower cost, but more research is needed.
research Acne Vulgaris
Acne vulgaris is a common skin condition that can cause low self-esteem and depression, and early treatment is important to prevent scarring.
research Cutaneous Manifestations of Lupus Erythematosus
Lupus can cause different skin problems, and treatments like quitting smoking and using certain creams or medicines can help.
research British Society for Dermatopathology: Summaries of Papers
Some skin conditions are associated with other serious diseases, and office microscopy may miss many fungal infections.
research Oral Cyclosporin Does Not Arrest Progression of Androgenetic Alopecia
Cyclosporin doesn't stop hair loss.
research Topobiology of Human Pigmentation: P-Cadherin Selectively Stimulates Hair Follicle Melanogenesis
P-cadherin is crucial for hair follicle pigmentation but not skin pigmentation.
research Comparison of the Efficacy and Safety of a Picosecond Alexandrite Laser and a Q-Switched Alexandrite Laser for the Treatment of Freckles in Chinese Patients
Both lasers are equally effective and safe for treating freckles.