research Pharmacological Treatment of Alopecia
Only minoxidil and finasteride are FDA-approved for hair loss, with other treatments available but less effective or with side effects.
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research Use of Radiofrequency in Cosmetic Dermatology: Focus on Nonablative Treatment of Acne Scars
Nonablative radiofrequency treatments, especially microneedle and fractional types, can improve acne scars by 25%–75% after 3-4 sessions, with full results in 3 months and some side effects.
research Long-Term Removal of Unwanted Hair Using Light
Laser and light treatments can effectively remove hair long-term.
research Complementary Evolution of Coding and Noncoding Sequence Underlies Mammalian Hairlessness
Hairless mammals have genetic changes in both their protein-coding and regulatory sequences related to hair.
research Psoriasis
Psoriasis treatments range from topical creams to systemic medications with serious side effects, and while treatments can manage symptoms, there is no cure.
research Alopecia Areata: Pathogenesis And Treatment
No single treatment is consistently effective for alopecia areata, and more research is needed.
research Scalp Melanoma: Distinctive High-Risk Clinical and Histological Features
Scalp melanomas are more dangerous and often missed, needing earlier detection.
research Unwanted Facial Hair: Effects and Solutions
Unwanted facial hair significantly impacts over 40% of women's psychological and social well-being, and various treatment options are available.
research Treatments for Moderate-to-Severe Alopecia Areata: A Systematic Narrative Review
Some treatments for severe hair loss work but often have side effects, with baricitinib showing the most promise.
research Trelles-Jaeger Lid Plate
Pulsed dye laser and hydrogel dressings effectively treat hypertrophic scars.
research Letters to the Editor
The letters discussed medical tools, costs, treatment efficacy, and patient care complexities.
research Evaluation of Clinical and Oral Findings in Patients With Epidermolysis Bullosa
People with Epidermolysis bullosa have many health problems including poor oral health, which is often neglected due to other medical issues.
research Efficacy of Topical Sensitizers in the Treatment of Alopecia Areata
Topical sensitizers have mixed success in treating alopecia areata.
research Efficacy and Safety of Laser Therapy and Phototherapy in Cicatricial and Non-Cicatricial Alopecia: A Systematic Review Study
Light/laser therapy can effectively increase hair density in some types of alopecia, especially androgenic alopecia and alopecia areata.
research Transversely Sectioned Mini-Punch Grafting: A Novel Technique for Effective Treatment of Hairline Vitiligo
The new technique effectively treats hairline vitiligo with repigmentation and hair regrowth.
research A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial to Assess the Efficacy of a Nutritional Supplement in Female Androgenic Alopecia
The nutritional supplement Pilopeptan® WOMAN improved hair growth and thickness in women with hair loss.
research Cold Thermal Injury from Cold Caps Used for the Prevention of Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia
Some patients using cold caps to prevent hair loss from chemotherapy got mild scalp injuries similar to frostbite.
research Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors in Dermatology: A Systematic Review
Tyrosine kinase inhibitors show promise in treating some skin diseases but their definitive role in dermatology is still unclear.
research Erosive Pustular Dermatosis of the Scalp from Topical Minoxidil 5% Solution
A woman developed a scalp condition from using minoxidil, which improved with a different treatment but left scarring.
research Diagnostic Pathology: Nonneoplastic Dermatopathology, 2nd Edition
The book is a detailed and well-organized resource on skin conditions, useful for medical students and dermatologists.
research Ichthyosis With Confetti: A Rare Diagnosis And Treatment Plan
A rare skin disorder, Ichthyosis with confetti, has no cure but treatment focuses on managing symptoms with moisturizers.
research Acquired Acrodermatitis Enteropathica in a 28-Year-Old Male with Type 1 Diabetes
A 28-year-old man with type 1 diabetes had skin and hair issues due to zinc deficiency.
research Topical L-Thyroxine: The Cinderella Among Hormones Waiting to Dance on the Floor of Dermatological Therapy?
Topical L-thyroxine may help with wound healing and hair growth but should be used short-term due to potential risks.
research Multimodal Single-Step Vitiligo Surgery: A Novel Approach
The new surgical technique for vitiligo is effective, safe, and cost-efficient.
research Toll-Like Receptor 4 (TLR4): New Insights into Immunity and Aging
TLR4 is important in aging-related diseases and could be a new treatment target.
research The Role of hsa-miR-193a-5p as an Important Factor for Control of Inositol in Alopecia Areata
hsa-miR-193a-5p may help diagnose and treat alopecia areata.
research Microneedle-Mediated Delivery of Immunomodulators Restores Immune Privilege in Hair Follicles and Reverses Immune-Mediated Alopecia
A microneedle patch can help regrow hair by restoring immune balance in hair follicles.
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 What’s Sex Got to Do With COVID-19? Gender-Based Differences in the Host Immune Response to Coronaviruses
Men generally have more severe COVID-19 cases and higher death rates than women due to biological differences.
research Therapeutic Applications and Pharmacoeconomics of Microneedle Technology
Microneedle technology is beneficial for drug delivery and could make vaccinations cheaper and more accessible.