research Female Pattern Hair Loss: Beyond an Androgenic Aetiology?
Estrogen and prolactin may play bigger roles in female hair loss than previously thought.
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research Hair and Scalp Dermatoscopy (Trichoscopy)
Trichoscopy is a useful tool for diagnosing and managing hair and scalp conditions, often better than traditional methods.
research Case Report: The First Reported Case of Bullous Lichen Planus-Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Overlap Syndrome
A patient with both bullous lichen planus and systemic lupus erythematosus showed improvement with treatment.
research Research Snippets from the British Journal of Dermatology: Studies on Hair Growth and Skin Conditions
New hair regrowth model proposed, imiquimod found to kill skin cancer cells, T-cadherin loss linked to invasive skin cancer, no clear gene link to skin cancer after transplant, and study on children's hair loss shows male dominance and genetic ties.
research Winding the Clock Back on Female Androgenetic Alopecia
Reversing female hair loss.
research A Novel Epithelial Keratin, hK6irs1, Is Expressed Differentially in All Layers of the Inner Root Sheath, Including Specialized Huxley Cells of the Human Hair Follicle
A new keratin, hK6irs1, is found in all layers of the hair follicle's inner root sheath.
research Generalized Hair Follicle Hamartoma Associated With Alopecia And Myasthenia Gravis: Report Of A Second Case
A possible link exists between hair follicle abnormalities, hair loss, and muscle weakness.
research Cutaneous Manifestations of Methylmalonic and Propionic Acidemia: A Description Based on 38 Cases
Some children with methylmalonic and propionic acidaemias have skin problems related to their condition and diet.
research Acanthosis Nigricans, Insulin Resistance, And Cutaneous Virilism
Patients with acanthosis nigricans often have insulin resistance and signs of increased male hormones, but treatment targeting these male hormones is generally ineffective.
research Dietary Intake in Subjects with Early Psychosis: Is There a Relationship with Clinical Subtype or Antipsychotic Treatment?
People with early psychosis eat more calories, saturated fat, and sugar, and the drug olanzapine may lead to eating even more calories.
research Journal Watch
A test for nail fungus was most accurate with PAS stain, low-dose spironolactone helped two-thirds of acne patients, metformin reduced symptoms of HIV-related fat distribution changes with some side effects, and skin examination with dermoscopy was better at detecting abnormal moles, while temporary tattoos can cause skin reactions.
research Serum Lipidomic Changes and Sex Differences in Androgenetic Alopecia
People with androgenetic alopecia have different lipid levels in their blood, which vary between men and women, and may be linked to a higher risk of metabolic syndrome.
research Poikiloderma, Hyperpigmentation, Alopecia, Hypohidrosis, Malformed Bones, Lymphedema of the Legs and Decreased Cortisol Level: A New Entity?
A new medical syndrome may include skin changes, hair loss, sweating issues, bone malformations, leg swelling, and low cortisol.
research Lanceolate Hair (Lah): A Recessive Mouse Mutation with Alopecia and Abnormal Hair
Mice with the 'lanceolate hair' mutation have abnormal hair and skin similar to human Netherton's syndrome.
research An Unusual Case of Diarrhea, Dysgeusia, and Grainy and Nodular Mucosa
A 78-year-old man with Cronkhite-Canada syndrome improved significantly after treatment and remains symptom-free.
research Hair Loss Caused by Gain-of-Function Mutant TRPV3 Is Associated with Premature Differentiation of Follicular Keratinocytes
A gene mutation causes early keratinocyte maturation leading to hair loss in Olmsted syndrome.
research Hospital-Based Prevalence of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Among Omani Women
About 7% of Omani women visiting a gynecology clinic had polycystic ovarian syndrome, similar to rates in other countries.
research HSD3B1 Gene Polymorphism and Female Pattern Hair Loss in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
HSD3B1 gene variant and being overweight linked to hair loss in women with polycystic ovary syndrome.
research Clinical, Ultrasound, and Hormonal Markers of Androgenicity in Acne Vulgaris
Acne severity is linked to higher levels of certain androgenic hormones, even when those levels are within the normal range.
research Gene Expression of Type 2 17β Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase in Scalp Hairs of Hirsute Women
Hirsute women have lower type 2 17β-HSD enzyme levels, which improve with treatment.
research Effect of an Oral Probiotic Formula on Scalp and Facial Skin Condition, Glucose, and Lipid Metabolism
Taking a probiotic supplement twice a day improved hair growth, skin hydration, and metabolic health in adults at risk of metabolic syndrome.
research Female Antiandrogens: Significance, Treatment, and Environmental Concerns
Antiandrogens can treat female hormonal conditions, but environmental ones may harm reproductive health.
research Preparation and Characterization of Solution-Processed Nanocrystalline p-Type CuAlO2 Thin-Film Transistors
Turmeric may improve knee osteoarthritis, depression, and metabolic syndrome, but evidence is weak.
research Androgen Excess: A Hallmark of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Excess androgens may cause PCOS, not just be a symptom.
research Bamboo Hair Syndrome or Netherton Syndrome: A Case Report
Netherton Syndrome is a non-treatable genetic disorder in children causing skin, hair, and allergy issues.
research Canine Alopecia X: Hair Loss in Nordic Breeds and Poodles
The document suggests that Alopecia X in dogs is mainly a cosmetic issue and might be better left untreated.
research Adrenal Steroid Hormone Concentrations in Dogs with Hair Cycle Arrest (Alopecia X) Before and During Treatment with Melatonin and Mitotane
Melatonin and mitotane treatment led to hair re-growth in 62% of dogs with Alopecia X, but this was not always linked to normal hormone levels.
research Androgen Receptor Gene Polymorphism and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The conclusion is that androgen receptor gene polymorphism might be a marker for polycystic ovary syndrome, but more research is needed.
research Janus Kinase Inhibition in Down Syndrome: Two Cases of Therapeutic Benefit for Alopecia Areata
JAK inhibitors helped treat hair loss in two people with Down syndrome.
research Post-Finasteride Syndrome: An Emerging Clinical Problem
Post-finasteride syndrome causes lasting sexual, neurological, and physical side effects in some people after taking finasteride.