research Disorders of Excessive Hair Growth in Adolescents
Hirsutism in teen girls is common, usually harmless, but can sometimes signal serious issues and is treatable.
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research Selective Venous Sampling Prompting Unilateral Oophorectomy in an Adolescent With PCOS and Markedly Elevated Testosterone
A special blood test helped find the overactive ovary in a teen with PCOS, and removing that ovary improved her condition.
research Clinical Findings, Cutaneous Pathology, and Response to Therapy in 21 Patients With Keratosis Pilaris Atrophicans
The study found that Keratosis Pilaris Atrophicans is a genetic skin condition that starts in childhood, involves inflammation and scarring, and current treatments are only somewhat effective.
research Clinical Updates in Hair
Most treatments for hair loss in 1997 were not effective for most people, and maintaining hair growth was difficult.
research Alopecia Areata: The Clinical Situation
Treating alopecia areata is difficult due to limited approved treatments, but new therapies like JAK inhibitors show promise.
research Protection Against Chemotherapy-Induced Alopecia
No treatment fully prevents hair loss from chemotherapy yet.
research 5α-Reductase Inhibition and Hair Growth Promotion of Some Thai Plants Traditionally Used for Hair Treatment
Some Thai plants, especially Carthamus tinctorius, could help prevent hair loss and promote hair growth without adverse effects.
research Female Pattern Hair Loss: Clinical and Laboratory Findings and Trichoscopy Depending on Disease Severity
Genetics affect early female hair loss, severity depends on duration, and low ferritin levels not significant.
research Corticosteroids in the Treatment of Alopecia Totalis
Corticosteroids may effectively regrow hair in Alopecia Totalis with manageable side effects.
research Hair Transplantation Surgery
Hair transplantation surgery has improved, giving more natural results, and success depends on a skilled team and proper technique.
research Micropigmentation as an Adjuvant in Cosmetic Surgery of the Scalp
Micropigmentation effectively hides scalp scars with few complications.
research Clinical Description of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia with Concomitant Lichen Planopilaris
Some women with Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia also have Lichen Planopilaris, which can lead to more symptoms and affect hair outside the scalp.
research Dermatologic Manifestations of Endocrine Disorders
Skin problems can be signs of hormone-related disorders and recognizing them early is important for treatment.
research Increased Scalp Skin and Serum 5a-Reductase Reduced Androgens in a Man Relevant to the Acquired Progressive Kinky Hair Disorder and Developing Androgenetic Alopecia
Reduced androgens linked to kinky hair disorder and hair loss; 5a-reductase inhibitors may help.
research Alopecia: The Search for Novel Agents Continues
Many potential alopecia treatments need more testing to confirm they promote acceptable hair growth with minimal side effects.
research Female-Patterned Alopecia in Teenage Brothers with Unusual Histologic Features
Two teenage brothers had a rare, treatment-resistant form of female-pattern hair loss with unusual scalp changes.
research In the Empire of Images: Preface to the Tenth Anniversary Edition
Media images promote unrealistic beauty standards, affecting body image and eating disorders globally.
research A New Suture for Hair Transplantation
Poliglecaprone 25 is better than steel staples for hair transplant surgery, causing less discomfort and finer scars.
research Adult Acne
Adult acne is more common in women, often linked to hormones, and can be harder to treat.
research Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: Follow-Up of a Brazilian Group
Frontal fibrosing alopecia mostly affects postmenopausal women, with diagnosis often delayed by 3 years.
research Characteristics of 60 Adult Chronic Hair Pullers
Most adult chronic hair pullers are women who started in their early teens, often have other mental health issues, and may pull hair due to underlying psychiatric conditions.
research Corticosteroids for the Treatment of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
Corticosteroids, especially prednisone, improve short-term muscle strength in Duchenne muscular dystrophy but have manageable side effects.
research A Molecular Wound Response Program Associated With Regeneration Initiation in Planarians
Planarian regeneration begins with a specific gene activation caused by injury, essential for healing and tissue regrowth.
research Alopecia Areata Profiling Shows TH1, TH2, and IL-23 Cytokine Activation Without Parallel TH17/TH22 Skewing
Alopecia areata involves immune activation in the scalp, suggesting treatments targeting TH1, TH2, and IL-23 pathways.
research Action of Isotretinoin in Acne Rosacea and Gram-Negative Folliculitis
Isotretinoin is highly effective in treating severe acne, rosacea, and gram-negative folliculitis.
research Cutaneous Complications of Chemotherapeutic Agents
Chemotherapy can cause skin problems like hair loss, mouth sores, and skin darkening, and recognizing these can affect treatment decisions.
research Cutaneous Manifestations of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Skin problems are very common in people with systemic lupus erythematosus and important for diagnosis.
research Targeting the Janus Kinase Family in Autoimmune Skin Diseases
Janus kinase inhibitors are promising treatments for autoimmune skin diseases like eczema and psoriasis.
research Management of Primary Cicatricial Alopecias: Options for Treatment
There are many treatments for permanent hair loss disorders, but their effectiveness varies and there's no clear best option.
research Temporal Triangular Alopecia and a Review of 52 Past Cases
Most cases of Temporal Triangular Alopecia are found in early childhood and may be related to genetic conditions.