4 citations,
July 2019 in “Clinics in Dermatology” The document concludes that while white skin, nail, and mucosa diseases increase skin cancer risk, they are generally harmless, especially compared to darker pigmentation conditions.
11 citations,
January 2000 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology” Short telomeres contribute to aging and cancer, and while telomerase can delay aging, it may also promote cancer.
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July 1997 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Finasteride significantly increases scalp hair and prevents hair loss in young and middle-aged men.
9 citations,
January 2013 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Transplanting body hair helped repigment and treat a man's vitiligo.
11 citations,
January 2011 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Follicular unit transplant successfully repigmented vitiligo patch on upper lip.
29 citations,
September 2017 in “Oncology and therapy” The document provides advice on how to recognize and treat skin-related side effects of cancer drugs known as EGFR inhibitors.
July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” The document concludes that various treatments for skin conditions are effective, but some require further research, and certain factors like gender and lifestyle can influence disease outcomes.
July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Stopping certain drugs can improve skin conditions, arsenicosis affects over half of a Bangladeshi village, males are more vulnerable, and certain treatments are effective for warts, acne, and psoriasis. Smoking and drinking are linked to psoriasis in men, a cream helps with a type of skin cancer, and low iron levels don't directly cause chronic hair loss in women.
July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” High blood pressure drugs often cause skin lupus, stopping the drug usually helps. A vaccine helps prevent genital herpes and HPV-16. More frequent light therapy clears psoriasis faster. No link was found between low iron and chronic hair loss.
July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Treating psoriasis with UVB light three times a week is faster than twice a week, and certain medications and lifestyle factors affect psoriasis treatment outcomes.
July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Skin problems are common in Bangladesh due to arsenic, prompt treatment of diabetic foot ulcers is crucial, maternal transmission causes most neonatal herpes, treatments for pediatric vasculitis are effective, the chickenpox vaccine works, more frequent UVB therapy helps psoriasis, certain jobs increase hand dermatitis risk, monoclonal antibodies treat psoriasis well, lifestyle affects psoriasis, alefacept improves psoriasis, imiquimod cream partially clears basal cell carcinoma, and iron may not help chronic hair loss.
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December 2024 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Dermoscopy effectively assesses and improves acne scar treatments.
October 2024 in “Journal of Dental Sciences” Effective treatments for discoid lupus erythematosus are needed, as current options are unsatisfactory and off-label.
2 citations,
March 2005 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Wigs are still a popular solution for hair loss to maintain a youthful look.
46 citations,
June 2018 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Hair loss is common in lupus patients and can be permanent or reversible, depending on the type, with various treatments available.
Any medication can cause skin reactions, some due to allergies and others due to dosage or genetic factors.
68 citations,
September 2003 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Shrinking skin cancer increases the chance of cancer in nearby lymph nodes.
46 citations,
July 1988 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Hormone imbalances can cause specific skin changes, which may help in early detection of endocrine disorders.
March 2014 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”
March 2014 in “Dermatologic Clinics” More research, better treatments, and public education are needed for dermatological conditions in people of African descent.
5 citations,
April 2016 in “PubMed” Cetuximab often causes skin problems, but they can be managed without stopping treatment.
1 citations,
April 1998 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Surgical skin treatments improved with new methods like laser resurfacing, combined techniques, and better hair and fat removal options.
5 citations,
January 1998 in “Clinical and experimental dermatology” Myotonic dystrophy should be considered in patients with hair thinning, and genetic counseling is important.
October 2023 in “Medical records-international medical journal” People with AB blood type may be more likely to get melasma.
17 citations,
November 2018 in “Dermatology” Most patients with frontal fibrosing alopecia had facial bumps, with Hispanic/Latino and premenopausal women being more affected, suggesting a more severe condition.
January 2006 in “Elsevier eBooks” Cats with Feline Symmetrical Alopecia can regrow hair with proper treatment based on the specific cause, including diet, medication, or stress management.
5 citations,
February 2010 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Treating both the mind and skin together, especially by managing stress, can greatly improve outcomes for skin disorders linked to psychological issues.
October 2018 in “Springer eBooks” The document concludes that various hair disorders have different treatments, including medication, surgery, and addressing underlying causes.
30 citations,
October 2012 in “Current Opinion in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Obesity” Thyroid hormones are important for skin health and might help treat skin diseases, but more research is needed to understand their effects fully.
29 citations,
February 2003 in “Journal of Dermatology” Spironolactone may help enlarge a small breast linked to Becker's nevus.