8 citations
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September 2013 in “Journal of Social Service Research” This study found that frequent lupus flare-ups, hair loss, hospitalization, and fatigue significantly impacted depression, anxiety, and socioeconomic coping, while having supportive friends reduced these emotional challenges.
106 citations
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January 2016 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that adding platelet-rich plasma to microneedling improved outcomes for atrophic acne scars more than microneedling alone, according to both quantitative and qualitative assessments.
6 citations
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March 2020 in “Jornal de Pediatria” This study found that inflammatory dermatoses, especially atopic dermatitis, were the most common pediatric skin conditions at a Brazilian reference center, highlighting different patterns compared to adult skin disorders.
This review discusses the generally well-tolerated use of PRP and microneedling, detailing mild adverse events like transient pain and rare severe complications such as irreversible blindness, emphasizing the need for proper technique and precautions to prevent these issues.
7 citations
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March 2021 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study observed that some children and young adults with alopecia areata experienced flares during long-term tofacitinib treatment, despite initial successful hair regrowth.