TLDR Post-COVID, many patients experience skin issues like hair loss and herpes reactivation, especially in middle-aged women.
This study at Bharati Vidyapeeth Medical College and Hospital involved 50 patients and identified various cutaneous manifestations in the post-COVID period. Telogen effluvium was the most common, affecting 30% of patients, likely due to cytokine-mediated hair cycle disruption. Herpes reactivation occurred in 20% of patients, indicating possible viral reactivation. Other observed conditions included acne, lichen planus, pityriasis rosea, and psoriasis, suggesting immune-mediated responses. The study highlighted a higher prevalence of these conditions in females and middle-aged individuals, underscoring the importance of dermatological vigilance and management to enhance patients' quality of life.
September 2023 in “Irish Journal of Medical Science (1971 -)” About 61% of women who had COVID-19 experienced hair loss afterward.
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June 2022 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” COVID-19 may cause temporary hair loss due to direct damage to hair follicles, but it usually gets better on its own.
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November 2020 in “International Journal of Dermatology” COVID-19 may cause a temporary hair loss condition called telogen effluvium in some patients after recovery.
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November 1998 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Accurate diagnosis is key for treating different kinds of hair loss, and immune response variations may affect the condition and treatment results.
May 2023 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” New understanding and treatments for hair loss are improving, but more research is needed.
October 2018 in “InTech eBooks” The most effective treatments for hair loss are minoxidil, finasteride, PRP, and hair transplants, with steroids and immunosuppressants for autoimmune types.
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July 2010 in “Trends in Endocrinology and Metabolism” Prolactin may play a significant role in skin and hair health and could be a target for treating skin and hair disorders.
New treatments for hair loss should target eight main causes and use specific plant compounds and peptides for better results.
