January 2026 in “Journal of Cutaneous Immunology and Allergy” In this case report, a young Japanese man was diagnosed with scalp IgG4-related disease, which mimicked acne keloidalis nuchae but was identified by histopathology and elevated serum IgG4 levels as a systemic fibroinflammatory disorder, highlighting the importance of differential diagnosis in atypical scarring alopecia.
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January 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” This review discusses the complex mechanisms behind acne vulgaris and suggests that dietary modification, along with pro- and prebiotics, may influence its pathogenesis by addressing stress-induced skin inflammation.
June 2026 in “International Journal of Innovative Technologies in Social Science” This source describes clascoterone, a new topical treatment for acne vulgaris that blocks androgen receptors to reduce sebaceous gland activity and inflammation, offering a lower risk of systemic side effects compared to oral treatments.
January 2022 in “Menoufia Medical Journal” This study observed that obesity in Egyptian patients is associated with various skin disorders, including acne and stretch marks, with variations in prevalence between females and males.
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December 2024 in “Sohag Medical Journal” This paper discusses insulin resistance's effects on skin physiology, emphasizes its role in keratinocyte balance, and reports no new experimental findings.