An infant with a zinc deficiency skin disorder improved with zinc treatment.
The article suggests that patients with Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia may have more contact allergies, but it doesn't prove that allergies cause the condition.
Topical minoxidil and oral finasteride and dutasteride are the most effective treatments for male and female pattern hair loss, but study quality varies.
Screening for iron levels in patients with hair loss may help find a genetic iron overload condition early.
Higher bad cholesterol levels are linked to more severe female pattern hair loss.
Combining epinephrine with a steroid may help regrow hair in severe alopecia areata cases.
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February 2021 in “Cutis” COVID-19 can cause various skin symptoms, including rashes and lesions, which often appear early and can help in timely diagnosis.
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January 2023 in “Cutis” You might not need to stop cancer treatment if you get a rare skin reaction from EGFR inhibitors, as skin treatments can help manage it.
Dermatologists need better training on Black hair to improve care and outcomes.
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July 2021 in “Cutis” New military hair rules for women promote inclusivity and prevent hair damage.
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August 2022 in “Cutis” Certain nail conditions can suggest thyroid problems, with different symptoms for underactive (slow, thin nails) and overactive (spoon-shaped, brittle nails) thyroid.
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August 2021 in “Cutis” Some alternative medicine treatments might work for skin conditions, but their effectiveness and safety differ a lot.
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July 2023 in “Cutis” Scalp rolling might help regrow hair in people with a hair loss condition called Alopecia Areata.
A girl with Crohn's disease developed hair loss due to her increased medication, a rare side effect seen in some children.
The guide suggests using keratin fibers and wigs to help hair look thicker or hide hair loss.
The woman has a scalp condition causing hair loss.
Taking too much Albendazole can cause hair loss and other serious side effects.
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May 2022 in “Cutis” Taking too much Albendazole can cause hair loss and other serious side effects.
A 12-year-old girl was misdiagnosed with alopecia areata but actually had a nevus sebaceus with a genetic mutation.
The woman was diagnosed with lichen sclerosus, a rare skin condition, after initial misdiagnosis and ineffective treatments.
Tofacitinib helped a woman with total-body hair loss grow her hair back.
Hair turning darker can be a sign of skin cancer.
Some TikTok hair loss remedies like rosemary oil, onion juice, and garlic gel show promise, but more research is needed and they might delay proper treatment.
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April 2022 in “Cutis” Direct-to-consumer teledermatology is growing fast but raises concerns about quality of care and doctor-patient relationships.
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May 2023 in “Cutis” Eating disorders can cause skin problems, which may help with early diagnosis and treatment.
The ketogenic diet might improve certain skin conditions, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness.
Media coverage led to more dermatologists prescribing low-dose oral minoxidil for hair loss.
Some blood thinners and blood pressure medicines can cause hair loss, which usually starts 1 to 6 months after beginning the medication.
Some medications, including retinoids, antifungals, and psychotropic drugs, can cause reversible hair loss if stopped or doses are reduced.