49 citations
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February 2009 in “Clinical Rheumatology” This study observed that systemic lupus erythematosus may not be as uncommon among African Blacks as previously reported, highlighting the need for early aggressive treatment.
10 citations
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November 2012 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This study identified that certain diseases, including AIDS and systemic lupus erythematosus, may cause African hair to change to a silky, wavy texture similar to neonatal hair in affected patients.
3 citations
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March 2002 in “Linchuang pifuke zazhi” This study analyzed clinical manifestations of dermatomyositis in 18 patients, reporting common symptoms such as skin rash, proximal muscle weakness, and elevated serum markers, with treatment typically involving prednisolone and hydroxychloroquine.
2 citations
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November 2024 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This Mendelian randomization study suggests a causal link between higher BMI and increased risk of psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, and hidradenitis suppurativa, potentially due to elevated biomarkers such as triglycerides and C-reactive protein.
1 citations
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November 2025 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” This study found that Baricitinib effectively reduced alopecia severity in adults with severe alopecia areata during a 12-month observation period, especially when initiated in patients with milder baseline conditions and elevated ESR; no serious adverse events were reported.