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.
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research Diagnosis of Hyperandrogenism: Clinical Criteria
The document concludes that hirsutism is the main sign for diagnosing hyperandrogenism, which requires a detailed patient history and physical exam.
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 Alopecia: Evaluation and Treatment
The document concludes that proper diagnosis and FDA-approved treatments for different types of hair loss exist, but treatments for severe cases often fail and future improvements may focus on hair follicle stem cells.
research Diagnosis of Hair Disorders
The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of hair disorders is crucial and requires a range of diagnostic methods.
research Current Applications of High-Frequency Ultrasonography in Dermatology
High-frequency ultrasonography is a useful but underused tool in dermatology for assessing skin cancers, monitoring diseases, and evaluating treatments.
research Apoptosis and Cutaneous Biology
Apoptosis is crucial for healthy skin and treating skin diseases.
research How to Diagnose a Lipodystrophy Syndrome
The document concludes that recognizing and properly diagnosing lipodystrophy syndromes is crucial for effective management and treatment.
research Post-Menopausal Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia
The document concludes that post-menopausal frontal fibrosing alopecia is a poorly understood condition that does not respond well to common treatments.
research Wnt Signaling: The Good and the Bad
Wnt signaling is important for development and cell regulation but can cause diseases like cancer when not working properly.
research Systematic Approach to Hair Loss in Women
A systematic approach is crucial for managing hair loss in women.
research Female Androgenetic Alopecia: An Update on Diagnosis and Management
FAGA diagnosis uses blood tests and trichoscopy, with treatments like topical minoxidil, oral anti-androgens, and hormone-modulating drugs.
research Hirsutism: Evaluation and Treatment
Excessive hair growth can be assessed by history, exam, and blood tests, and treated with medication like dexamethasone, birth control pills, and spironolactone.
research Management of Androgenetic Alopecia
Treat hair loss with finasteride, minoxidil, or surgery; consider side effects and severity.
research Hair-Thread Tourniquet Syndrome
A hair strand caused a rare case of limb strangulation in a teenage girl with autism, and the condition is not always linked to child abuse.
research The Clinical Presentation of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus has varied symptoms and is hard to diagnose, affecting many body parts and requiring careful clinical judgment.
research Erosive Pustular Dermatosis of the Scalp: A Neutrophilic Folliculitis Within the Spectrum of Neutrophilic Dermatoses
Erosive pustular dermatosis of the scalp is a type of skin inflammation often confused with other conditions, requiring continuous treatment.
research Cicatricial Alopecia: Overview and Treatment Recommendations
Permanent hair loss from cicatricial alopecia is treated by reducing inflammation and managing symptoms, but regrowth in scarred areas is unlikely.
research Clinical Case Notes: Tamoxifen Optic Neuropathy
A boy with chromosome 13q deletion syndrome developed eye cancer, a woman with breast cancer lost vision due to a rare side-effect of her treatment, a man's vision worsened after using a hair loss drug, and two rare disorders were discussed. Optical Coherence Tomography is useful for diagnosing and monitoring these conditions.
research The Hirsute Woman: Challenges in Evaluation and Management
Most hirsutism cases are due to PCOS, and treatment focuses on lowering testosterone and blocking its effects.
research Dermal Mass Aspirate from a Persian Cat
The Persian cat has a skin infection caused by a fungus, treatable with antifungal medication.
research Cutaneous Alternariosis in a Patient with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
A 78-year-old farmer with lung disease had skin lesions from a fungal infection that healed completely with medication.
research Alopecia
The document concludes that correct diagnosis of alopecia types is crucial, scalp biopsies are important, and more research is needed.
research Evaluation of Hair Loss
Detailed patient history and physical exams are crucial for diagnosing hair loss.
research An Update on Drug-Induced Pigmentation
Some drugs can cause skin and hair color changes, often reversible when the drug is stopped.
research Pseudoxanthoma-Like Late-Onset Focal Dermal Elastosis
A woman had a skin condition with increased normal elastic fibers, not related to other known disorders, likely due to aging.
research Clinical Case Notes: Intraorbital Ophthalmic Artery Aneurysms
Eye exams are crucial for kids with 13q deletion syndrome, tamoxifen can cause vision loss, Propecia may lead to cataracts, Lipoid Proteinosis causes skin bumps, and OCT is useful for diagnosing macular diseases.
research Skin Manifestations of Chronic Kidney Disease
Chronic kidney disease can cause skin problems that affect patient quality of life, and treating these conditions can improve outcomes.
research Review of Aseptic Neutrophilic Dermatoses
The review says skin conditions with sterile pustules need more research for better treatments.
research The Role of Leptin in Selected Skin Diseases
Leptin affects skin and hair health and may worsen some skin conditions, but more research is needed to understand its full impact.