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Dermatologists caution: Minoxidil can be toxic to cats and dogs
Pets can require emergency care if they get into minoxidil. Follow these tips to keep them safe.
Frontal fibrosing alopecia: Treatment
Treatment for this type of hair loss can prevent further permanent hair loss and may help regrow some hair.
Alopecia areata: Treatment
Treatment can help both children and adults with alopecia areata regrow their hair.
What is male pattern hair loss, and can it be treated?
If you have male pattern hair loss, you can treat it. Discover what can halt hair loss and sometimes regrow hair.
Hair loss: Diagnosis and treatment
Effective treatment for hair loss begins with finding the cause. To get an accurate diagnosis, it helps to see a board-certified dermatologist. These doctors have in-depth knowledge about the many causes of hair loss and experience treating the diverse causes.
Central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia: Treatment
Treating CCCA can stop further hair loss. When treated early, some people also regrow hair.
Hair loss: Overview
Learn general information about hair loss.
Hair loss: Who gets and causes
Learn who suffers hair loss and what causes it.
Thinning hair and hair loss: Could it be female pattern hair loss?
Learn how to recognize and treat female hair loss.
Alopecia areata: Overview
Alopecia areata is a disease that causes hair loss, which often occurs on the scalp but can occur anywhere.
How to treat hair loss
Learn how to treat hair loss.
Finding the right treatments for genetic hair loss
Early diagnosis and treatment can prevent hereditary hair loss from worsening and regrow hair, says board-certified dermatologist. VANCOUVER, BC. (July 21, 2022) — Hereditary hair loss, also known as androgenetic alopecia or pattern hair loss, is the most common form of hair loss in both men and women, affecting millions
Is red light therapy right for your skin?
Dermatologists recommend following these five steps when selecting a red-light device to use at home.
Can COVID-19 cause hair loss?
If you notice hair loss months after recovering from COVID-19, the cause could be temporary hair shedding.
DIY treatment for 5 common beard problems
Skin problem beneath your beard? Patchy growth? You may be able to treat it with these dermatologists’ tips.
Digital media kit: DermWorld editorial calendar
View the editorial calendar for the American Academy of Dermatology's print publication, DermWorld.
Research suggests connection between hair loss in women and other diseases
Board-certified dermatologist discusses common types of hair loss seen in women with darker skin tones NEW ORLEANS (March 17, 2023) — Hair loss in women can be emotionally devastating and may negatively impact quality of life, and new research suggests that it can also be associated with having other common
7 ways cancer treatments affect your skin and how to get relief
Cancer treatments fight your disease, but can also affect your skin, hair, and nails.
Laser hair removal: FAQs
Answers to common questions about laser hair removal.
Alopecia areata: Self-care
Covering everything from sun protection to hair care, these alopecia areata self-care tips can help you feel better.
New treatments for HIV and other STIs provide hope for better quality of life
Dermatologist discusses emerging treatments in LGBTQ+ healthcare SAN DIEGO (March 8, 2024) — LGBTQ+ individuals have unique skin care needs, including concerns about sexually transmitted infections (STI), like HIV, as well as acne and hair growth and removal, especially relating to hormone replacement therapy. With over 14 million U.S. adults
Central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia: Overview
A common cause of hair loss for Black women, CCCA often starts with thinning in the center of the scalp.
Skin conditions by the numbers
Find facts and statistics for reporting about dermatology and dermatologic conditions.
Hairstyles that pull can lead to hair loss
Your receding hairline might be from your hairstyle, a type of hair loss called traction alopecia.
Relief for skin reactions from targeted cancer therapy
Skin reactions are a common side effect of targeted therapy. Some of these medications can affect your hair or nails. Spotting a reaction early and getting treatment can prevent the reaction from worsening. It can allow you to continue receiving targeted therapy uninterrupted.
Caring for your skin in menopause
You can do something about the changes to your skin and hair that occur in menopause. Learn about what dermatologists recommend to care for your skin in menopause.