2 citations,
February 2018 in “InTech eBooks” TNF-alpha inhibitors can cause various immune-related skin issues.
2 citations,
December 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The article suggests that five common skin-related lab tests may be unnecessary and could cause extra cost and anxiety without improving patient care.
2 citations,
November 2007 in “Clinics in dermatology” Tofacitinib may be an effective and safe treatment for adolescent alopecia areata.
Psoriasis is a common, genetically influenced skin disease worsened by stress and lifestyle, but targeted treatments are promising.
1 citations,
July 2021 in “Acta dermatovenerologica Croatica” Adalimumab significantly improved symptoms and quality of life in two patients with Hidradenitis Suppurativa.
1 citations,
January 2014 in “Hair therapy & transplantation” Platelet-rich plasma treatment is not very effective for chronic severe alopecia areata.
1 citations,
October 2013 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Diagnosing alopecia areata is challenging and requires careful examination and various tests to distinguish it from other hair loss types.
March 2020 in “Section 5: Patient safety and quality assurance” Tofacitinib and baricitinib had an acceptable level of side effects in rheumatoid arthritis patients.
July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Discoid Lupus Erythematosus often causes scarring hair loss, is influenced by genetics and environment, and requires early treatment to prevent worsening.
January 2018 in “Springer eBooks” Hidradenitis Suppurativa is likely an autoinflammatory disease, and better understanding its causes could improve treatments.
March 2017 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” This special edition focuses on the unique aspects of treating skin conditions in women, including during pregnancy and in diverse populations like women of color and transgender patients.
October 2015 in “Medical Clinics of North America” The document summarizes important skin care topics for non-specialist doctors, including treatments for skin conditions and the management of skin diseases.
November 2001 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Galea fixation is a safe and effective way to remove bald scalp with minimal scarring and reduced stretch-back.
June 2015 in “Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases” Managing multiple autoimmune diseases in one patient is very challenging.
43 citations,
November 2009 in “Archives of dermatology” Alefacept does not effectively treat severe alopecia areata.
November 2010 in “Value in Health” Real-life dosing of biologics for plaque psoriasis often deviates from recommended guidelines, especially for high-need patients.
23 citations,
September 2016 in “BMC musculoskeletal disorders” Methotrexate for rheumatoid arthritis often causes side effects like diarrhea, fatigue, and hair loss, especially at higher doses.
1 citations,
March 2019 in “Suez Canal University Medical Journal (Print)” PRP speeds up healing with few side effects, but more research is needed to standardize its use.
March 2019 in “Dermatologic Clinics” The document concludes that there have been significant advances in the treatment and diagnosis of various skin conditions.
39 citations,
October 2014 in “Schweizerische medizinische Wochenschrift” Cyclophosphamide has serious side effects, but long-term follow-up can help manage risks.
2 citations,
April 2019 in “Proceedings of Singapore Healthcare” Collaborative care between physicians and pharmacists improved medication management for rheumatoid arthritis without raising costs.
1 citations,
December 2022 in “PubMed” Psoriasis treatments don't raise severe COVID-19 risk, except for acitretin.
1 citations,
February 2018 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” Ultrasound shows 96% of young men with erectile dysfunction after using finasteride have abnormal penile tissue.
April 2024 in “Expert opinion on investigational drugs” JAK inhibitors are safe and effective for treating moderate-to-severe alopecia areata.
January 2016 in “Kafkas Journal of Medical Sciences” Turkish pregnant women commonly experienced skin issues like itching and acne, and doctors mainly used topical treatments due to safety concerns during pregnancy.
Different hair and nail conditions can indicate health issues and have specific treatments; accurate diagnosis is crucial before treatment.
May 2010 in “Dermatologic Clinics” The document concludes that new treatments for skin conditions are complex but effective, including spironolactone for female hair loss and propranolol for infantile hemangiomas.
January 1988 in “Journal of Pain and Symptom Management” Pancreatic cancer pain management is inadequate due to the disease's severity and limited effectiveness of treatments.
42 citations,
March 2015 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Anti-TNF therapy can cause hair loss and skin issues.
19 citations,
January 2019 in “JAAD case reports” A medication for skin rash also unexpectedly treated hair loss in a patient.