38 citations
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February 2012 in “Supportive Care in Cancer” Skin problems like acne, dry skin, and nail and hair changes are common in patients taking EGFR inhibitors.
December 2012 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” This study found that activating Wnt/beta-catenin signaling in hair follicles is sufficient to induce adipocyte generation in the dermis, affecting both hair follicle stem cell activation and adipocyte differentiation.
January 2012 in “Elsevier eBooks” This chapter reviews therapies for skin and corneal regeneration and hair loss, discussing various treatments but presenting no new research findings.
72 citations
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February 2011 in “The American Journal of Dermatopathology” This study found that anti-TNF therapy-induced alopecia exhibits distinct clinical and histopathological features and can mimic psoriatic alopecia and alopecia areata, with some patients improving with topical treatment.
1 citations
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December 2022 in “Pediatric dermatology” This case report highlighted an instance of lichen spinulosus emerging as a new cutaneous sequela in a boy following toxic epidermal necrolysis, responding to treatment with ammonium lactate.
1 citations
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April 2024 in “Clinical Medicine” This case report suggests that Rituximab and high-dose immunosuppressive therapy may be effective for treating severe cutaneous lupus erythematosus like TEN-like ACLE, leading to remission and recovery.
This article reviews the cutaneous side effects of immune checkpoint inhibitors and targeted therapies for skin cancers, noting that while generally mild, these effects can influence treatment decisions and quality of life, underscoring the need for physicians to be aware of these adverse reactions.
7 citations
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January 2002 in “PubMed” This study observed significant skin changes, including epidermal thickening and pleomorphic keratinocytes, in rats after subchronic UVB irradiation, highlighting specific reactions in the dorsal skin.
2 citations
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October 2022 in “Current Allergy and Asthma Reports” This review outlines the various adverse reactions to biologic therapies in Allergy/Immunology, emphasizing the clinical and management challenges due to overlapping reaction phenotypes and the need for more refined diagnostic and management strategies.
3 citations
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July 2022 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” This report describes a case of acute localised exanthematous pustulosis in a 19-year-old boy after using amoxicillin-clavulanic acid, with new dermoscopic features identified.
100 citations
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August 2008 in “American Journal Of Pathology” This study found that epidermal VEGF is crucial for maintaining skin barrier function in mice and may help explain psoriasis development following skin trauma due to its effects on angiogenesis and hyperplasia.
94 citations
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January 2016 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Sensitive skin is often caused by nerve fibers and environmental factors, and can be managed with mild skincare and professional advice.
11 citations
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January 2018 in “IET Nanobiotechnology” In this study, poly (ɛ-caprolactone)–chitosan–poly (vinyl alcohol) nanofibrous scaffolds used on canine skin wound models were found to significantly accelerate healing rates of excision and burn wounds, without inducing immunogenic reactions.
February 2026 in “International Journal of Nanomedicine” This study demonstrated that engineered exosomes carrying EGF and FGF restored hair density and follicle integrity in an androgenetic alopecia mouse model by reactivating hair follicle growth factors, offering a novel therapeutic approach without immunogenic reactions or systemic toxicity.
1 citations
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October 2010 in “Series in cosmetic and laser therapy” Mesotherapy is a minimally invasive treatment with potential benefits and risks, requiring standardized practices and further investigation.
28 citations
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June 2012 in “International Journal of Molecular Medicine” This study observed that while X-ray radiation did not alter major hair keratin composition in mice, it decreased hair follicle stem cell markers and increased Krt5, suggesting potential as a radiation biomarker.
50 citations
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August 2021 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” This study reports that adipose-derived stem cells can protect against radiation-induced dermatitis in rats by reducing apoptosis through lowering Cathepsin F expression, suggesting a potential new therapeutic approach.
1 citations
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January 2024 in “Microorganisms” This study suggests that the synthetic peptide SPIKENET (SPK) may protect against long-term skin alterations in mice following coronavirus infection, offering potential therapeutic intervention for similar effects in humans post-COVID-19.
2 citations
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May 2023 in “Experimental dermatology” In this study, researchers used advanced four-dimensional optical imaging techniques to observe changes in skin afflicted with acne, finding increased epidermal thickness, keratinized hair follicles, inflammation, and aggregated blood flow, helping to distinguish between inflammation and reparative phases of acne progression.
1 citations
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March 2022 in “Daehanhanuihakoeji” In this study, Artemisia sieversiana extract was found to safely promote hair follicle dermal papilla cell growth and inhibit hair loss through anti-androgen, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant effects at a cellular level.
June 2025 in “British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology” This study highlights the significant impact of cutaneous side effects associated with anticancer therapies, emphasizing the need for proactive management to improve patient quality of life and treatment adherence.
September 2024 in “Dermatologica Sinica” This study reported a rare case of pityriasis rubra pilaris-like skin reaction in an 18-year-old woman after starting ponatinib treatment for relapsed Philadelphia chromosome-positive acute lymphoblastic leukemia, which resolved after treatment adjustment and did not recur over 15 months.
This chapter discusses the mechanisms, presentation, course, differential diagnosis, and treatment of drug-induced skin reactions and reports no new clinical results.
101 citations
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October 2016 in “Nanomedicine: Nanotechnology, Biology and Medicine” This review reports on the dual aspect of fullerene in skincare, highlighting its beneficial antioxidant properties as well as potential toxicity and skin cell reactions, while identifying areas for future research.
31 citations
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October 2013 in “Psychosomatics” This review discusses cutaneous adverse effects of psychotropic medications and reports no new findings, emphasizing the importance of psychiatrists being aware of these potential skin reactions.
2 citations
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January 1998 in “Dermatology” Stopping forehead irritation and using hydrocortisone helped a man's skin, Martinique has lower melanoma rates, a man had an allergy to a specific antifungal, another had unexplained cysts, certain drugs can cause skin reactions without always being interrelated, a link between Fanconi anemia and a skin condition was suggested, high levels of a certain protein may play a role in a type of psoriasis, and there's a need to study the connection between scalp pain and hair loss.
2 citations
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May 2008 in “Journal of Clinical Oncology” This study found that patients with unresectable melanoma treated with AZD6244 experienced skin reactions, including depigmentation and papulopustular rashes, in patterns similar to those caused by EGFR inhibitors.
August 2010 in “The Journal of Dermatology” The document concludes that low-dose acne treatment is most suitable for moderate acne, with high patient satisfaction and low relapse rates.
68 citations
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May 2011 in “European Journal of Dermatology” Acne is caused by genetics, diet, hormones, and bacteria, with treatments not yet curative.
23 citations
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January 2001 in “International journal of toxicology” This review discusses the cosmetic use and safety of Hypericum Perforatum Extract and Oil, finding that current data are insufficient to support their safety in formulations due to a lack of comprehensive testing.