68 citations,
September 2003 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Shrinking skin cancer increases the chance of cancer in nearby lymph nodes.
January 2020 in “Journal of Clinical Biochemistry and Nutrition” Low zinc levels in chronic liver disease patients are linked to more severe symptoms like taste issues and skin problems, and zinc supplements might help.
March 2024 in “EMBO molecular medicine” Antiviral drugs, especially daclatasvir, may be a new treatment for a rare skin disease, improving survival and reducing symptoms in mice.
January 2021 in “Springer eBooks” Different rheumatological diseases can cause specific skin problems.
25 citations,
July 2013 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Acitretin is effective for severe psoriasis and can be used long-term due to no immunosuppression, but must be carefully monitored for side effects and is not for pregnant women.
1 citations,
May 2022 in “IntechOpen eBooks” Obesity leads to physical, metabolic, reproductive issues, higher healthcare costs, and mental health problems.
Patients with lichen planus should be tested for hepatitis C.
38 citations,
March 2010 in “Medicine” Most patients with Porphyria Cutanea Tarda had skin blisters and were often affected by hepatitis C and alcohol abuse, with differences between familial and sporadic cases.
291 citations,
January 2014 in “The Scientific World Journal” Lichen Planus is a less common condition affecting skin and mucous membranes, with various types and associated risk factors, challenging to diagnose, significantly impacts life quality, and may have a risk of cancerous changes in oral lesions.
February 2016 in “Acta Medica Marisiensis” A woman with chronic hepatitis C had a rare skin condition linked to her illness.
May 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” A woman with a skin disorder was found to have hepatitis C, which may be linked, and was safely treated with methotrexate.
4 citations,
August 2007 in “PubMed” A woman lost all her body hair after hepatitis C treatment, but it started to grow back a year after stopping the treatment.
141 citations,
August 2018 in “Nature Reviews Microbiology” Some viruses can cause cancer by changing cell processes and avoiding the immune system; vaccines and targeted treatments help reduce these cancers.
17 citations,
February 2012 in “Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology” Patients with chronic renal failure on hemodialysis often have skin problems like dry skin, itching, and nail changes.
94 citations,
October 2017 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Lichen planus pigmentosus causes dark skin patches and is treated by avoiding triggers and using anti-inflammatory medications.
June 2020 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Use telemedicine and strict hygiene for safe hair and scalp treatments during COVID-19.
17 citations,
May 2021 in “Journal of Assisted Reproduction and Genetics” COVID-19 may harm male fertility and damage the reproductive system.
1 citations,
January 2015 in “Side effects of drugs annual” The document concludes that various dermatological treatments and drugs can cause skin reactions and side effects.
16 citations,
November 2008 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Consider necrolytic acral erythema in similar cases and treat with oral zinc sulfate.
67 citations,
January 2020 in “Cellular & Molecular Immunology/Cellular & molecular immunology” Tissue-resident memory T cells can protect against infections and cancer but may also contribute to autoimmune diseases.
7 citations,
January 2019 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” A genetic marker linked to a type of hair loss was found in most patients studied.
8 citations,
January 2015 in “International journal of trichology” A woman's total hair loss was linked to a Borrelia infection and was reversed with appropriate treatment.
9 citations,
July 2002 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” The document concludes that fexofenadine reduces inflammation in chronic hives, cholestyramine helps half of pregnant women with itchy rashes, and relaxing incisions are a good alternative in facial surgery for the elderly.
100 citations,
July 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” People with alopecia areata often have other health issues like skin diseases, metabolic syndrome, stomach infections, lupus, anemia, thyroid problems, mental health issues, vitamin D deficiency, and hearing and eye problems.
11 citations,
May 2011 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Break dancing on the head may cause a type of scarring hair loss that needs early treatment to prevent permanent damage.
34 citations,
July 2020 in “Frontiers in immunology” Androgens may influence T cells, contributing to higher autoimmune liver disease risk in women.
26 citations,
October 2017 in “Clinical Reviews in Allergy & Immunology” Autoimmune liver diseases are likely linked to certain skin conditions like vitiligo and psoriasis.
18 citations,
October 2012 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Early diagnosis and aggressive treatment are key for managing rare scalp disorders that cause permanent hair loss.
1 citations,
June 2012 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Early and aggressive treatment of scarring alopecia is important to prevent further hair follicle damage.
16 citations,
July 2012 in “The New England Journal of Medicine” The patient was diagnosed with anorexia nervosa and severe malnutrition, requiring urgent refeeding and monitoring.