57 citations,
March 2011 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Nearly half of children with primary immunodeficiency disorders showed skin problems, often as the first sign of their condition.
December 2016 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences” Skin problems are common in thyroid disorders, with dry skin in hypothyroidism and warm, soft skin in hyperthyroidism.
48 citations,
May 2008 in “Drug Discovery Today: Disease Mechanisms” Hair follicles offer promising targets for delivering drugs to treat hair and skin conditions.
9 citations,
March 2015 in “International reviews of immunology” Skin abnormalities can indicate immunodeficiency due to shared origins with the immune system.
2 citations,
March 2020 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Topical treatments can deliver active molecules to skin stem cells, potentially helping treat skin and hair disorders, including skin cancers and hair loss.
40 citations,
November 2009 in “Experimental Dermatology” The mineralocorticoid receptor may play a role in skin and hair health and could be a new target for treating related disorders.
3 citations,
January 2019 in “Jikken doubutsu ihou/Jikken doubutsu/Experimental animals/Jikken Dobutsu” Pigs without the Hairless gene showed skin and thymus changes, useful for studying human hair disorders.
April 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Many patients with autoimmune blistering skin disorders change their diets, avoiding foods like alcohol, citrus, and spices, and some find vegetables and dairy helpful.
The document explains different types of skin lesions and their characteristics, causes, and related conditions.
January 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Different nail disorders are treated by targeting their specific causes and using appropriate medications or protective measures.
September 2021 in “Journal of skin and stem cell” Lactium, a milk protein, can help reduce symptoms of skin disorders linked to stress and anxiety without side effects.
7 citations,
October 2018 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” Topical oxygen therapy may improve treatments for hair loss, acne, and chronic skin diseases with minimal side effects.
48 citations,
April 2010 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Men are more likely to get infectious skin diseases, while women are more prone to autoimmune and pigment-related skin conditions, influenced by biological and environmental factors.
27 citations,
June 2017 in “International Journal of Dermatology” The study suggests that acne keloidalis nuchae is linked to conditions like pseudofolliculitis barbae, scalp infections, metabolic syndrome, and is more common in males with an average onset age of 25.4 years.
24 citations,
June 2018 in “Reviews in endocrine and metabolic disorders” Thyroid diseases may contribute to autoimmune skin diseases, and more research is needed on their relationship.
16 citations,
December 2006 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Hair follicles are essential for skin health, aiding in hair growth, wound healing, and immune function.
6 citations,
March 1999 in “Journal of pediatric health care” The document emphasizes the need for primary care providers to understand and care for African American children's hair and skin to boost their self-esteem.
4 citations,
February 2022 in “Frontiers in molecular biosciences” Chronic stress in mice changes skin metabolism and gene expression, leading to hair loss.
1 citations,
January 2023 in “Frontiers in veterinary science” Activating autophagy in dogs with certain diseases improves their skin and hair.
1 citations,
October 1996 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Gene therapy shows promise for treating skin disorders and cancer, but faces technical challenges.
30 citations,
July 2017 in “BioEssays” Activating NRF2 might help treat hair disorders by improving antioxidant defenses.
December 2004 in “Medicine” A thorough history and examination are crucial for diagnosing skin diseases, which affect up to a third of people. This includes details about skin lesions, medication, general health, lifestyle, family, and contacts, as well as examining the rash, hair, nails, and mucous membranes. Changes in hair and nails can also indicate other medical and skin disorders.
132 citations,
July 2000 in “Lupus” In Italian patients with lupus, the most common skin issue was chronic cutaneous lupus, especially discoid lesions, and nonspecific skin problems occurred in about a third of those with systemic lupus, mainly during active disease.
48 citations,
January 2000 in “Hormone Research in Paediatrics” Cytokines and neuropeptides are key in controlling androgen levels, affecting skin and hair conditions.
19 citations,
February 2018 in “Nutrients” Certain zinc transporters are essential for healthy skin and managing zinc in the body could help treat skin problems.
January 2021 in “Indian journal of dermatopathology and diagnostic dermatology” Trichoscopy is a reliable method for diagnosing hair and scalp disorders quickly and non-invasively.
5 citations,
December 2014 in “Molecular cytogenetics” A specific genetic change is linked to mental disorders, intellectual disability, and possibly autoimmune disease in a family.
109 citations,
September 2011 in “Human molecular genetics online/Human molecular genetics” New treatments targeting specific genes show promise for treating keratin disorders.
January 2024 in “Burns and trauma” The skin microbiome helps heal wounds and can be targeted to improve healing.
April 2016 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” BMP signaling controls hair growth and skin color.