research Identifying the Supportive Care Needs of Men and Women Affected by Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia: A Systematic Review
People undergoing chemotherapy need better support and information to cope with hair loss.
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research Health Care-Related Economic Burden of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome During the Reproductive Life Span
Polycystic ovary syndrome costs the U.S. over $4 billion a year, mainly from treating related health issues.
research Abstracts
The document reports findings on genetic research, including ethical concerns about genome editing, improved diagnosis of mitochondrial mutations, solving inherited eye diseases, confirming gene roles in epilepsy, linking a gene to aneurysms, and identifying genes associated with age-related macular degeneration.
research Clinical Management in Psychodermatology
The document concludes that treating skin conditions should include psychological care and a multidisciplinary approach is essential for effective management.
research The North American Menopause Society Recommendations for Clinical Care of Midlife Women
The NAMS 2014 recommendations guide healthcare providers on treating health issues in midlife women, emphasizing individualized care and informed decision-making.
research Secondary Cicatricial and Other Permanent Alopecias
The document concludes that permanent hair loss conditions are complex, require early specific treatments, and "secondary permanent alopecias" might be a more accurate term than "secondary cicatricial alopecia."
research Dermatologic Care of Hair in Transgender Patients: A Systematic Review of Literature
Hormone therapy increases facial and body hair in transgender men, while hair removal improves well-being in transgender women, but cost is a barrier as insurance often doesn't cover it. Dermatologists can use various treatments for these hair issues.
research Comparative Trial on Efficacy of Topical Contact Immunotherapy with Dinitrochlorobenzene and Diphenylcyclopropenone in Alopecia Areata
Diphenylcyclopropenone is more effective and has fewer side effects than dinitrochlorobenzene for treating alopecia areata.
research Trichoscopy Patterns in Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Yellow dots and short vellus hairs are the most common signs of Alopecia Areata (AA), and trichoscopy can help diagnose AA and track treatment progress.
research Finasteride Adverse Effects in Subjects with Androgenic Alopecia: A Possible Therapeutic Approach According to the Lateralization Process of the Brain
Finasteride may cause mental and sexual side effects, with hand preference and sexual orientation possibly affecting severity.
research Treatment of Lipodystrophy with Troglitazone
Troglitazone increases subcutaneous fat in lipodystrophy patients.
research Toupee or Not Toupee? Social Perceptions of Male Pattern Baldness
Wearing a toupee makes men seem more attractive and slightly healthier, but doesn't change how confident they appear.
research The Role of Photobiomodulation When Associated with Microneedling in Female Pattern Hair Loss
Combining light therapy and microneedling shows promise for treating female hair loss.
research Factors Associated With Early-Onset Androgenetic Alopecia: A Scoping Review
Early-onset baldness is linked to genetics, lifestyle, and can indicate higher risk for heart and metabolic diseases, and affects mental health.
research Medical and Surgical Therapies for Alopecias in Black Women
The document concludes that proper diagnosis and a combination of medical, hair-care, and surgical treatments are important for managing alopecia in black women.
research Dermocosmetic Aspects of Hair and Scalp
New hair products are being developed to keep hair and scalp healthy for everyone.
research Heterogeneous Red-White Discoloration of the Nail Bed and Distal Onycholysis in a Patient with COVID-19
A COVID-19 patient had unusual nail discoloration and nail separation possibly due to the virus's effects on small blood vessels.
research Annual Convention in the Time of COVID: The 2020 Dermatology Nurses' Association Meeting
The convention discussed various skin conditions and treatments, and highlighted the importance of vaccinations for patients on immune-altering medications.
research A Powerful Method for Pleiotropic Analysis Under Composite Null Hypothesis Identifies Novel Shared Loci Between Type 2 Diabetes and Prostate Cancer
New method finds genetic links between Type 2 Diabetes and Prostate Cancer not seen before.
research Dermatologic Manifestations of COVID-19: A Comprehensive Systematic Review
COVID-19 can cause skin issues like chilblains and rashes, which may help in early detection, especially in patients without other symptoms.
research Androgenic Alopecia: Cross-Talk Between Cell Signal Transduction Pathways
Hair loss in Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is due to altered cell sensitivity to hormones, not increased hormone levels. Hair growth periods shorten over time, causing hair to become thinner and shorter. This is linked to miscommunication between cell pathways in hair follicles. There's also a change in gene expression related to blood vessels and cell growth in balding hair follicles. The exact molecular causes of AGA are still unclear.
research Insights Into Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Review Of Prevalence, Pathogenesis, And Psychological Consequences
Alopecia Areata affects people of all ages worldwide, is likely caused by genetic and environmental factors, and can lead to stress and depression, highlighting the need for treatments that address both physical and mental health.
research The New Paradigm for Androgenetic Alopecia and Plant-Based Folk Remedies: 5α-Reductase Inhibition, Reversal of Secondary Microinflammation, and Improving Insulin Resistance
Plant-based remedies may treat hair loss by reducing inflammation and improving insulin resistance.
research Variable Expressivity of Syndromic BMP4-Related Eye, Brain, and Digital Anomalies: A Review of the Literature and Description of Three New Cases
BMP4-related anomalies can cause a wide range of eye, brain, and hand/foot problems, and new cases show this variability.
research Hair Care Cosmetics Regulation in Different Countries: A Comparative Study
Different countries have regulations to ensure the safety of hair care products, with some recalling hair straighteners due to high formaldehyde.
research Antiseizure Medication-Induced Alopecia: A Literature Review
Some antiseizure medications can cause reversible hair loss, with valproate, lamotrigine, and carbamazepine being the most common.
research The Impact of Gender Affirming Hormone Therapy on Physical Performance
Gender-affirming hormone therapy improves physical performance in trans men to the level of cisgender men, while in trans women, it increases fat mass and decreases muscle mass, with no advantage in physical performance after 2 years.
research Pattern Changes of Cutaneous Dermatoses Among Iraqi Women Preceding and During the COVID-19 Pandemic
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Iraqi women experienced more hair loss and certain skin conditions, while contagious skin infections decreased.
research Pattern Changes of Cutaneous Dermatoses Among Iraqi Women Preceding and During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The skin conditions of Iraqi women changed during the COVID-19 pandemic, with more hair loss and skin irritation but fewer contagious skin infections.
research Epidemiological, Clinical, and Trichoscopic Features of Syphilitic Alopecia: A Retrospective Analysis and Systematic Review
About 11% of patients with secondary syphilis had Syphilitic Alopecia, which usually improved with treatment.