TLDR Cancer treatments targeting specific cells often cause skin problems, which can affect how much medicine patients can take.
The document discussed the significant advancements in targeted immunotherapy for treating various inflammatory and malignant skin disorders. It highlighted the improved patient outcomes due to these newer therapies, which are used for both approved and off-label indications. The book provided insights into the safety profiles of these therapies, including adverse reactions, infectious complications, and perioperative use in conditions like psoriasis, autoimmune bullous diseases, and skin cancers. Contributions from eminent researchers offered an in-depth overview of the latest knowledge in the field, aiming to enhance the understanding and management of these therapies to improve patient outcomes.
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January 2015 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Targeted cancer therapies often cause serious skin problems that need careful management.
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July 2014 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Targeted cancer therapies often cause skin reactions, so dermatologists must manage these effects.
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April 2006 in “PubMed” EGFR-targeting cancer drugs can cause skin rashes and other side effects.
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September 2021 in “International Journal of Nanomedicine” Tiny particles called extracellular vesicles show promise for treating skin conditions and promoting hair growth.
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April 2021 in “Frontiers in Immunology” New therapies targeting skin neuroimmune interactions could treat neuropathic pain.
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February 2023 in “Frontiers in immunology” Immune checkpoint inhibitors can cause skin issues but are linked to better cancer outcomes.
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April 2023 in “Frontiers in Immunology” New treatments for hair loss from alopecia areata may include targeting immune cells, using stem cells, balancing gut bacteria, applying fatty acids, and using JAK inhibitors.
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June 2002 in “Clinical and experimental dermatology” Effective treatment for hidradenitis suppurativa varies, with antibiotics commonly used and surgery as an option, but no single method is universally successful.
