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March 1983 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” New treatments for psoriasis have improved effectiveness and may reduce long-term side effects when combined with standard therapies.
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February 2023 in “Journal of nanobiotechnology” The new anti-acne treatment HA-P5 effectively reduces acne by targeting two key receptors and avoids an enzyme that can hinder treatment.
128 citations,
January 2001 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Coal tar shampoos, salicylic acid, and topical corticosteroids are effective for scalp psoriasis, with Vitamin D3 analogues also showing benefits; severe cases may require stronger medication with more risks.
15 citations,
March 2015 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Seborrhoeic dermatitis may cause a condition called "seborrhoeic folliculitis," leading to chronic scalp inflammation and scarring hair loss.
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November 2018 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Compounded topical preparations should be used with caution for severe psoriasis and generally come after systemic treatments.
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January 2008 in “Drugs” Some topical treatments like corticosteroids and vitamin D analogues are effective for scalp psoriasis, but more long-term data is needed.
December 2004 in “Microbial Ecology in Health and Disease” Pityriasis amiantacea is linked to Staphylococcus aureus infection and can be effectively treated with antibiotics, corticosteroids, and coal tar.
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September 2014 in “Elsevier eBooks” Use some skin medications with caution during pregnancy; avoid strong steroids, certain eczema treatments, and systemic retinoids, but many topical treatments and nasal sprays are safe.
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September 1991 in “Archives of Dermatology” Generalized pustular psoriasis patients often need strong medication and careful treatment due to flare-ups and complications.
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January 2019 in “PubMed” A woman developed a hair disorder after a bone marrow transplant, which improved with treatment.
September 2015 in “Pediatrics in review” The 7-month-old boy has a persistent rash that doesn't improve with typical skin treatments.
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September 2013 in “Current Dermatology Reports” Some skin medications are safe for pregnant women, but others pose risks or should not be used.
January 2022 in “Clinical Cases in Dermatology” A man has a common skin condition called seborrheic dermatitis, treated with special shampoos and sometimes medication.
October 2018 in “Springer eBooks” The document concludes that various topical medications are effective for skin conditions but often cause skin irritation as a side effect.
January 2011 in “The Chinese Journal of Dermatovenereology” Curcuma anti-acne gel effectively reduces acne symptoms.
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March 2014 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Some skin medications are safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding, but others can harm the baby and should be avoided.
September 2015 in “Pediatrics in review” The baby's rash and hair loss were cured with zinc supplements and better skin care.
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March 2017 in “Case Reports in Dermatology” A woman with lupus improved significantly from scalp hair loss after treatment, highlighting the need to identify psoriatic alopecia in lupus patients to avoid permanent hair loss.
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March 2014 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Most dermatologic medications are safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding, but some should be avoided due to potential risks.
April 2017 in “International journal of research in Ayurveda and pharmacy” Ayurvedic methods can help reduce the harmful effects of chemicals in cosmetics.
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October 2005 in “The journal of investigative dermatology. Symposium proceedings/The Journal of investigative dermatology symposium proceedings” The document concludes that accurate diagnosis is crucial for effectively treating common scalp disorders, which often have similar symptoms.
February 2012 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Some moles can disappear naturally, maintenance therapy for Stage 1 mycosis fungoides may not be necessary, allergic skin reactions in children are rising, weekly methotrexate for psoriasis is more effective than daily, long-term finasteride use improves hair growth with few side effects, and petrolatum improves UV therapy for psoriasis.
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July 2017 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Apremilast improved symptoms in patients with severe skin conditions.