November 2023 in “Curēus” Eating junk food is linked to higher rates of PCOS and related symptoms in women.
Hair loss significantly lowers life quality, especially in young men, with most patients unhappy with treatment effectiveness.
Recognizing unusual brain and skin symptoms is crucial for diagnosing lupus early.
[object Object] PCOS requires personalized treatment to improve life quality and reduce health risks.
Parry Romberg syndrome requires awareness and teamwork in primary care for proper diagnosis and management.
Women with PCOS are at higher risk for gum disease, and managing shared risk factors can help both conditions.
A rare case of a woman having both lichen planus pigmentosus and classic lichen planopilaris at the same time.
Cetosomal minoxidil is safer and as effective as alcohol-based minoxidil for male hair loss treatment.
Stress significantly contributes to hair loss, especially in women and those aged 31-40.
[object Object] Stopping minoxidil and draining fluid around the heart can save lives in rare cases.
September 2023 in “Cureus” Topical antibiotics successfully treated a rare scalp condition in an elderly man with vitiligo.
September 2023 in “Curēus” A 21-year-old male has a benign skin condition called Becker's nevus, which he chose not to treat.
September 2023 in “Cureus” Nails can reveal important health information about skin and body conditions.
September 2023 in “Cureus” Topical finasteride might be a good alternative for hair loss treatment with fewer side effects, but more research is needed.
September 2023 in “Cureus” Dr. SKS Hair Booster Serum effectively treats hair loss in women with PCOS.
September 2023 in “Curēus” Alopecia areata may be linked to hearing problems, so patients should monitor their hearing.
September 2023 in “Cureus” Early recognition and treatment of atypical alopecia areata in infants are crucial.
Oral spironolactone may be effective for female pattern hair loss with a low rate of side effects.
Thyroid problems can cause hair loss and change hair texture.
The case shows the difficulty in diagnosing certain conditions when standard tests are negative.
A patient's gum problems worsened after using cyclosporine for a scalp condition, but improved with a lower dose.
Most postmenopausal women experience significant skin changes and various skin conditions.
Older people tend to have higher biotin levels, which are weakly linked to certain blood components and negatively linked to triglycerides; biotin should be checked in patients with high triglycerides or medication-related skin issues, and only supplemented if deficient. Vitamin D and folate deficiencies are linked to specific skin conditions.
Local flaps are effective for covering small to large scalp and forehead defects with good cosmetic results.
Calcipotriene ointment improved a child's skin condition known as En coup de sabre.
Some dermatologists in Saudi Arabia prescribe Tofacitinib for hair loss, but many don't due to its unavailability and safety concerns.
People with chronic hives should be tested for thyroid autoimmunity to manage their condition better.
The conclusion is that dermatologists need to improve prescription practices to reduce errors and drug interaction risks.
A 12-year-old girl in Saudi Arabia with Focal dermal hypoplasia showed skin and dental symptoms, highlighting the condition's variability and the need for personalized treatment.
The document concludes that the girl's hairlessness is likely inherited from her parents.