Chemotherapy can cause skin issues and hair loss, and this guide explains how to manage them.
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July 2010 in “Experimental Dermatology” Polyamines are important for hair growth, but more research is needed to understand their functions and treatment potential.
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April 2019 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Acne lesions start with changes in hair follicles and increase in inflammation, suggesting a cycle that could affect treatment strategies.
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August 2003 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Iron deficiency might contribute to hair loss in women.
August 2024 in “OSMANGAZİ JOURNAL OF MEDICINE” The visfatin GT genotype may increase the risk of Alopecia Areata.
August 2018 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Reflectance confocal microscopy helped diagnose and manage a woman's hair loss without needing a biopsy.
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January 2011 in “Journal of cutaneous pathology” A rare skin condition was confirmed to be associated with a specific virus in a young girl.
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January 2019 in “Journal of cutaneous medicine and surgery” JAK inhibitors show promise for treating hair loss in alopecia areata but need more clinical trials to confirm safety and effectiveness.
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April 2015 in “The FASEB journal” UVB exposure increases skin proteins for retinoic acid synthesis and shifts their location, possibly affecting skin repair.
February 2010 in “Emergency Medicine News” The woman has Discoid Lupus Erythematosus and needs specialist care.
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February 2003 in “Archives of dermatology” 9-cis-retinoic acid showed some effectiveness in treating AIDS-related Kaposi sarcoma but had significant side effects at higher doses.
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September 2023 in “Skin research and technology” New treatments for skin damage from UV light using stem cells and their secretions show promise for skin repair without major risks.
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March 2022 in “Journal of Personalized Medicine” Personalized medicine is important for treating skin disorders, with new treatments and connections to hormones and genetics being explored.
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November 2021 in “Biomedicines” Understanding how acne develops in different diseases could lead to new treatments.
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March 2022 in “Nature Protocols” Scientists created hair-growing skin models from stem cells, which could help treat hair loss and skin diseases.
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April 2023 in “Journal of Animal Science and Biotechnology” Melatonin helps grow more secondary hair follicles in young goats, improving cashmere production.
January 2024 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Non-biologic immunosuppressive drugs are crucial for treating autoimmune and chronic inflammatory skin diseases.
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January 2015 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” New genetic discoveries may lead to better treatments for alopecia areata.
August 2023 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Research on the human skin microbiome has grown, focusing on skin health and diseases, with more studies needed on antibiotic resistance and AI applications.
July 2017 in “Journal of the Dermatology Nurses’ Association” The convention highlighted knowledge sharing, networking, and the importance of active participation in dermatology.
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October 2016 in “Journal of oncology pharmacy practice” A cancer patient's hair became permanently curly after treatment with nivolumab.
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March 2014 in “American Journal of Pathology” Damaged hair follicles make mice more prone to skin inflammation and skin cancer after UV exposure.
February 1990 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” New skin treatments in 1987-1988 showed effectiveness for various conditions, but some had side effects or risks.
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November 2016 in “Cell stem cell” Different types of skin cells have unique genetic markers that affect how likely they are to spread cancer.
April 2024 in “Canadian Journal of Ophthalmology” A woman with advanced eye cancer went into complete remission using a combination of immunotherapy and topical treatments.
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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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May 2015 in “Stem Cell Reports” Stem cells and their surrounding environment in hair follicles work closely together, affecting hair growth and having implications for cancer and tissue regeneration.
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October 2018 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Skin problems are common after stem cell transplants, and early treatment by dermatologists can improve patient outcomes.