Eruptive Syringomas in Down’s Syndrome

April 2018 in “ Nasza Dermatologia Online ”

Mrinal Gupta

Down's syndrome syringomas adnexal tumors dermatological disorders

TLDR People with Down's syndrome are more likely to have syringomas.

Down's syndrome, a common chromosomal anomaly, is associated with various dermatological disorders, including syringomas, which are benign adnexal tumors. This document reported a case of an 8-year-old child with Down's syndrome who presented with eruptive syringomas on the face and hand, highlighting the higher frequency of syringomas in individuals with this condition.

View this study on odermatol.com →

Discuss this study in the Community →

Related Community Posts Join

6 / 1000+ results

community Adrogens and Covid-19

in Treatment 7 upvotes 4 years ago

The possible increased risk of severe Covid-19 cases in men due to higher androgen levels, and how taking medications such as finasteride, dutasteride, spironolactone, enzalutamide, or canabidiol might help mitigate the severity of the disease.

community 1.5 years on fin/min progress pics, thoughts would be great!

in Progress Pictures 69 upvotes 3 years ago

A 42-year-old male shared his 1.5-year hair regrowth progress using 1.25mg finasteride daily and regular doses of minoxidil twice a day, and recently started using the Derminator 2. He also mentioned his battle with cancer and Cushing's syndrome, which affected his weight and hair.

community How ET-02 Works. Also no proof that it's better than Minoxidil. At least for now.

in Research/Science 44 upvotes 2 months ago

ET-02, a PAI-1 inhibitor, is not proven to be more effective than Minoxidil for hair loss. Other treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, PP405, and AMP-303 are also discussed, focusing on cellular senescence and oxidative stress.

community Damn...I've made some real progress, yeah??

in Progress Pictures 993 upvotes 4 months ago

A user shared their significant hair regrowth progress using topical minoxidil, oral finasteride, and minoxidil chews, while transitioning to generic versions. They also mentioned using batana oil and microneedling, with no side effects reported.

community I’m just Going to let Nature take its Course

in Chat 213 upvotes 1 year ago

The post and conversation are about a 23-year-old deciding to stop using finasteride for hair loss due to potential erectile dysfunction risks, sparking a debate about the benefits and side effects of hair loss treatments.

community Don't discount diet for the sake of scalp health. Meds had no effect for 2+ years. 3.5 months since new diet / Shampoo routine.

in Progress Pictures 300 upvotes 8 months ago

Diet and specific shampoo improved scalp health and hair regrowth for someone with seborrheic dermatitis, while medications like Minoxidil and finasteride had no effect. A low-sugar, keto diet was key to their success.

Similar Research

5 / 1000+ results

research Atlas of Geriatric Dermatology

2 citations, January 2014 in “Springer eBooks”

The book details skin conditions in older adults, their link to mental health, cancer treatment importance, hair loss remedies, and managing autoimmune and itchy skin.

research Off-Label Uses of Retinoids in Dermatology

6 citations, September 2012 in “Our Dermatology Online”

Retinoids are effective for various skin conditions and hair loss but have serious side effects, so low doses are recommended.

research Index

November 2019 in “Harper's Textbook of Pediatric Dermatology”

The document is a detailed medical reference on skin and genetic disorders.

research Cicatricial (Scarring) Alopecias: Comprehensive Review and Management

44 citations, April 2012 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology”

Scarring alopecias are complex hair loss disorders that require early treatment to prevent permanent hair loss.

research Incidental Clear Cell Syringoma of the Scalp in a Patient With Lichen Planopilaris

1 citations, June 2021 in “Curēus”

A woman with hair loss had a benign sweat duct tumor found during a scalp biopsy.