36 citations,
June 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Dermoscopy is useful for diagnosing various skin, hair, and nail disorders and can reduce the need for biopsies.
36 citations,
April 2016 in “Experimental Dermatology” Photobiomodulation may help with hair growth and wound healing, but research is inconsistent and needs better quality studies.
20 citations,
October 2018 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Some drugs can cause skin and hair color changes, often reversible when the drug is stopped.
7 citations,
June 2015 in “Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology” Some drugs can cause skin reactions, which may improve when the drug is stopped, and rapid diagnosis and stopping the drug is crucial.
5 citations,
August 2003 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Iron deficiency might contribute to hair loss in women.
2 citations,
January 2005 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document describes skin diseases affecting the outer ear in dogs and cats, their spread to other body parts, and treatment options.
January 2019 in “Springer eBooks” Acne is linked to inflammation and insulin resistance, and is associated with various syndromes that require different treatments.
September 2014 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Diabetes can cause a variety of skin disorders, some of which may signal more serious health issues.
44 citations,
August 2010 in “Lupus” Lupus can affect the scalp and nails, often causing hair loss and nail damage, and needs early aggressive treatment to prevent permanent damage.
31 citations,
April 1999 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Nd:YAG laser can reduce hair with multiple treatments, but permanent removal isn't guaranteed.
26 citations,
April 1999 in “Dermatologic Clinics” The long-pulsed alexandrite laser is effective for hair reduction, particularly for light-skinned individuals with dark hair, but caution is needed for darker skin.
21 citations,
August 2011 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Looking at skin can help find and treat serious diseases early.
15 citations,
January 2014 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Lupus treatment requires a combination of drugs and therapies, with research needed for new options.
11 citations,
May 1998 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Using a blow dryer in a certain way can cause localized hair damage with bubble formation inside the hair.
November 2019 in “Harper's Textbook of Pediatric Dermatology” The document is a detailed medical reference on skin and genetic disorders.
March 2013 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” The document concludes that there have been significant improvements in diagnosing and treating skin diseases, including melanoma, with new techniques and therapies.
1533 citations,
October 2008 in “Endocrine reviews” Mice without the vitamin D receptor have bone issues and other health problems, suggesting vitamin D is important for preventing various diseases in humans.
195 citations,
January 2008 in “Photochemistry and Photobiology” Visible light can damage skin and most sunscreens don't block it well; more research is needed on its effects and protection methods.
149 citations,
July 2002 in “Dermatologic clinics” Patients with certain skin symptoms and high ANA titers should be monitored for potential systemic lupus.
144 citations,
November 2020 in “Frontiers in immunology” Targeting the IL-23/IL-17 pathway effectively treats several inflammatory skin diseases.
144 citations,
September 2006 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Lupus affects the body and skin, causing joint pain and skin issues that can be treated with steroids and antimalarial drugs.
122 citations,
April 1995 in “Journal of Cutaneous Pathology” The document describes how to tell different types of non-scarring hair loss apart by looking at hair and scalp tissue under a microscope.
105 citations,
September 1995 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Recombinant cytokine therapy can cause skin reactions ranging from mild to severe.
98 citations,
May 2008 in “British Journal of Dermatology” There are many treatments for permanent hair loss disorders, but their effectiveness varies and there's no clear best option.
49 citations,
June 2009 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” The cosmetic industry should adapt to the varied beauty standards of ethnic groups and offer specialized treatments.
23 citations,
April 1999 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Pulsed-intense light can significantly reduce hair, with effectiveness depending on treatment number and timing, and has mild side effects.
21 citations,
May 1996 in “Current problems in dermatology” Detailed patient history and physical exams are crucial for diagnosing hair loss.
20 citations,
April 1999 in “British journal of plastic surgery” Ruby laser hair removal significantly reduces hair density.
10 citations,
July 2011 in “Wound Repair and Regeneration” New antiscarring strategies show promise, including drugs, stem cells, and improved surgical techniques.
5 citations,
February 2024 in “Frontiers in bioengineering and biotechnology” Electrospun scaffolds can improve healing in diabetic wounds.