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    April 2014 in “ Dermatologic Clinics
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    TLDR More research, better treatments, and public education are needed for dermatological conditions in people of African descent.
    The document provided a comprehensive overview of various dermatological conditions and treatments, particularly focusing on individuals of African descent. It covered the evolution of skin pigmentation and hair texture, challenges in treating facial hyperpigmentation, and the efficacy of cosmeceuticals. It also discussed the diagnosis and management of Afro-textured hair disorders, traction alopecia, and hair restoration in curly hair. Additionally, it reviewed central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia, folliculitis keloidalis nuchae, pseudofolliculitis barbae, and treatments for keloids, hypertrophic scars, and striae. The document also addressed dermatological issues in HIV-infected individuals, severe cutaneous drug reactions, and infective dermatitis associated with HTLV-1. Each section highlighted the need for more research, better treatment options, and public education to improve outcomes for these conditions.
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