TLDR Smoking is linked to various skin diseases.
This narrative literature review, analyzing 19 articles from 2000 to 2020, explored the relationship between smoking and skin diseases. It found that smoking was associated with dermatological conditions such as psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, alopecia, and vesicular eczema. Interestingly, some skin conditions might benefit from protective effects of cigarette components, though these effects were not deeply explored. The study highlighted the complex immunological and endocrinological interactions between smoking and skin diseases, suggesting that smokers should be monitored by dermatology services.
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May 2017 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Overweight smokers have worse hair loss.
January 2009 in “Springer eBooks” The document concludes that treating skin conditions should include psychological care and a multidisciplinary approach is essential for effective management.
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January 2023 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Mast cells and CD8 T cells interact closely in skin diseases, affecting each other's behavior and contributing to conditions like psoriasis and eczema.
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August 2019 in “Journal of skin and stem cell” The study concludes that regulating apoptosis could lead to new treatments for various skin and hair conditions.
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December 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Zinc is crucial for skin health and treating various skin disorders.
August 2009 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Pregnancy can cause skin changes and conditions that need correct diagnosis and treatment for the health of the mother and baby.
