10 citations,
October 2018 in “JDDG Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Most skin conditions in Down syndrome are benign and involve dry or thickened skin.
20 citations,
September 2005 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Some skin problems can be signs of diabetes or other metabolic diseases and recognizing them can help diagnose and treat these diseases early.
5 citations,
August 2003 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Iron deficiency might contribute to hair loss in women.
People with Down syndrome have a higher risk of skin disorders and need better screening and treatment.
11 citations,
September 2021 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” The conclusion is that early diagnosis of skin signs linked to diseases like Lupus, Dermatomyositis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis is crucial to prevent serious complications.