35 citations,
August 2001 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Tacrolimus is effective for various skin conditions with fewer side effects than cyclosporine.
27 citations,
October 2020 in “Experimental Dermatology” Having a lot of gray hair and hair loss are linked to more severe COVID-19.
14 citations,
June 2018 in “JAMA Dermatology” Trichoscopy is useful for diagnosing and monitoring hair and scalp conditions over time.
9 citations,
August 2021 in “Journal of clinical medicine” Pili torti is a rare condition where hair is twisted and breaks easily, often linked to genetic disorders or other health issues.
2 citations,
March 2016 in “InnovAiT” PCOS is a common hormonal disorder in women, often involving menstrual issues and increased diabetes risk, managed through lifestyle changes and targeted treatments.
2 citations,
January 2015 in “Indian dermatology online journal” A woman with vitiligo had a rare fungal infection around her vitiligo patch and it improved with antifungal cream.
1 citations,
September 2023 in “Dermatology online journal” Low dose oral minoxidil can help with hair growth but may cause serious heart problems, so doctors need to be careful.
1 citations,
January 2005 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” The document recommends three dermatology books for their valuable content on evidence-based medicine, comprehensive treatment descriptions, and updated information on hair and scalp disorders.
December 2023 in “Journal of family medicine and primary care” Hair loss in Saudi Arabia causes a low psychosocial impact, with less effect on those without a family history of hair loss.
June 2016 in “CRC Press eBooks” Sleep problems and skin issues affect each other; poor sleep can worsen skin conditions, and some skin treatments can improve or harm sleep quality.
November 2015 in “The journal of investigative dermatology. Symposium proceedings/The Journal of investigative dermatology symposium proceedings” Alopecia areata is now understood to be driven by genetic and immune factors.
April 2004 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The textbook "Dermatology" is highly recommended for its comprehensive content, user-friendly design, and extensive visual aids.
152 citations,
December 2007 in “Gender Medicine” Male and female skin differ due to hormones, affecting conditions like hair loss, acne, and skin cancer, and suggesting a need for gender-specific treatments.
1 citations,
October 2013 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Customized medications made through compounding can be beneficial for various skin conditions but require careful regulation and collaboration between doctors and pharmacists.
The document concludes that dermatology training and grading scales need to better represent dark-skinned individuals to improve diagnosis and assessment of skin conditions.
January 2018 in “Karger Kompass” Skin symptoms like fragile skin and easy bruising can indicate Cushing's syndrome, which requires early diagnosis and treatment to prevent serious health issues.
April 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Spironolactone use is not linked to an increased risk of breast cancer, but caution is advised for high-risk patients.
December 2006 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Mnemonics with one letter are useful and easy to remember for learning dermatology.
January 2005 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Alopecia areata in infants may be more common than previously thought.
January 1996 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Dermatologists should know about cosmetic science and aesthetics because patients care about skin appearance and health.
January 1984 in “Pediatric Dermatology” The document concludes that some dermatology books are useful for their photos or specific topics, while others have limitations like poor quality images or content.
205 citations,
July 2009 in “Journal of Dermatological Science” Male and female skin differ in many ways, which could lead to gender-specific skin treatments.
26 citations,
February 2011 in “Anais Brasileiros De Dermatologia” Polycystic Ovary Syndrome can cause hair loss and skin issues, and early treatment is important for preventing complications.
13 citations,
October 2015 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” The document concludes that early recognition and appropriate treatment of red scalp, red ear, and red scrotum syndromes can lead to remission.
April 2024 in “Liječnički vjesnik” Modern treatments can effectively regrow hair and improve life for people with alopecia areata.
October 2023 in “Journal of dermatological science” New mutations in MBTPS2 reduce its function and cause IFAP syndrome with unusual symptoms.
July 2021 in “Clinical Medicine” Iron deficiency without anemia can cause itching and other skin-related symptoms, and iron supplements may help.
November 2009 in “International Journal of Dermatology” The 15th Jornada de Dermatología was a successful dermatology event with international experts discussing various topics.
March 2019 in “Dermatologic Clinics” The document concludes that there have been significant advances in the treatment and diagnosis of various skin conditions.
January 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Some cells may slow melanoma growth, a protein could affect skin pigmentation, a gene-silencing method might treat hair defects, skin bacteria changes likely result from eczema, and a defensin protein could help treat multiple sclerosis.