Hair & Nails
Skin of Color
Counseling About Traction Alopecia: A "Compliment, Discuss, and Suggest" Method
Traction alopecia remains a common concern for Black women visiting a dermatologist. We present an empathetic and culturally sensitive method for...
Conference Coverage
Pediatric alopecia areata in the U.S. has increased twofold since 2009, study finds
Analysis across race/ethnicity revealed significantly increased rates among children from minority backgrounds when compared with white children...
Practical Pearls
Utilizing a Sleep Mask to Reduce Patient Anxiety During Nail Surgery
Patients undergoing nail surgery frequently experience anxiety. Wearing a sleep mask diverts attention from the surgical field, thus reducing...
Photo Challenge
Micronychia of the Index Finger
A 21-year-old woman who was initially seeking dermatology consultation for acne also was noted to have micronychia of the nail of the left index...
Military Dermatology
From Buns to Braids and Ponytails: Entering a New Era of Female Military Hair-Grooming Standards
Military hair-grooming standards have undergone considerable changes to foster inclusivity and acknowledge racial diversity in hair and skin types...
Livin' on the MDedge
Gray hair goes away and squids go to space
Also, a new source of vanilla and a visit to the brain bank.
Case Letter
Argyria From a Topical Home Remedy
Argyria results from chronic exposure to products with a high silver content and may result in abnormalities of the skin and internal organs.
Commentary
A Practical Guide to Treatment of Hair Loss Beyond Standard Therapy
As health care providers, we must understand that hair loss can result in overwhelming fear, hopelessness, and loss of self-esteem. Although we...
Cosmeceutical Critique
Seaweed and other marine-derived products in skin care, part 1: Current indications
Marine ingredients have been steadily flowing into the market for skin care, and research has proliferated.
Conference Coverage
Baricitinib hits mark for severe alopecia areata
Clinically meaningful hair regrowth occurred in the BRAVE-AA1 trial despite 16-year disease duration.
Case Reports
Permanent Alopecia in Breast Cancer Patients: Role of Taxanes and Endocrine Therapies
Patients and clinicians should be aware that permanent chemotherapy-induced alopecia (PCIA) can occur and appears to be a higher risk with taxane...