1 citations,
June 2010 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Covers common skin issues in kids, their diagnosis, treatment, and need for specialist care.
13 citations,
January 2018 in “BioMed Research International” Scalp involvement is common in pemphigus and can lead to hair loss, with the severity of scalp lesions linked to overall disease severity.
13 citations,
March 2016 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology” Some people's hair loss is caused by multiple factors, with the most common being a mix of AGA and CCCA.
35 citations,
October 2012 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Autoimmune diseases can cause hair loss, and early treatment is important to prevent permanent damage.
18 citations,
April 2010 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Follicular unit hair transplantation is the standard method for natural-looking hair restoration in androgenic alopecia.
132 citations,
October 1995 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Electrolysis is effective for permanent hair removal, but technique is key to avoid scarring, and sometimes hormonal treatment is needed for women with hirsutism.
151 citations,
February 2007 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Alopecia areata causes hair loss, has no cure, and various treatments exist.
January 2019 in “Elsevier eBooks” Pustules are pus-filled bumps often seen in skin conditions like acne and infections.
3 citations,
January 2015 in “Indian journal of paediatric dermatology” Oral isotretinoin temporarily improved skin symptoms in a child with IFAP syndrome.
November 2023 in “Berkala Ilmu Kesehatan Kulit dan Kelamin/Berkala ilmu kesehatan kulit dan kelamin (Periodical of dermatology and venerology)” A dermoscope helps accurately tell apart Pityrosporum folliculitis and Acne vulgaris.
Traumatic anserine folliculosis is a harmless skin condition in young males that needs correct diagnosis to avoid unnecessary treatments.
23 citations,
April 1999 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Pulsed-intense light can significantly reduce hair, with effectiveness depending on treatment number and timing, and has mild side effects.
43 citations,
March 2009 in “Archives of dermatology” No treatment showed clear superiority for lichen planopilaris.
34 citations,
July 2020 in “American journal of human genetics” Changes in the SREBF1 gene cause a rare genetic skin and hair disorder.
8 citations,
April 2022 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Certain genetic changes in the LSS gene cause a rare skin and hair condition.
2 citations,
January 2013 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document explains the genetic causes and characteristics of inherited hair disorders.
1 citations,
March 2023 in “Tidsskrift for Den norske lægeforening” Keratosis pilaris is a common skin condition causing a bumpy texture, sometimes linked to other diseases, with various treatments available.
June 2022 in “Frontiers in Medicine” Acupuncture and moxibustion may help treat hair loss, but more research is needed.
Genetic testing can help diagnose skin conditions but needs more research for full effectiveness.
November 2018 in “Springer eBooks” The document concludes that specialized hair transplant techniques can be effective, with varying success rates depending on the donor area and patient factors.
5 citations,
January 2015 in “Case reports in medicine” A baby was diagnosed with IFAP syndrome due to a new genetic mutation, showing severe skin and developmental issues.
29 citations,
January 2007 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Eyebrow loss has many causes and requires accurate diagnosis for proper treatment.
85 citations,
October 2012 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Alopecia Areata is an autoimmune condition often starting before age 20, with varied treatment success and a need for personalized treatment plans.
108 citations,
November 1980 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Oral retinoids are effective for various skin conditions but have side effects and should not be used during pregnancy.
8 citations,
March 1979 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Dr. Vera H. Price's 1979 work emphasizes the importance of accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment for hair loss.
26 citations,
March 2014 in “Journal of cutaneous medicine and surgery” Topical vitamin D is useful for some skin conditions but not effective for others, and more research is needed.
34 citations,
February 2018 in “Drug Design Development and Therapy” Bimatoprost is safe and effective for improving eyebrow hair.
13 citations,
July 2011 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Clobetasol and pimecrolimus are similarly effective for alopecia areata, but pimecrolimus has fewer side effects and is preferred for long-term use.
September 2003 in “Clinics in Family Practice” Different hair diseases affect people during childbearing years, with treatments ranging from medication to psychological support.
35 citations,
July 2007 in “Dermatologic clinics” Facial dark spots can be caused by the sun, genetics, makeup, or medicine, and are diagnosed by patient history and skin tests.