June 2021 in “Journal of dermatology and dermatitis” This study found that among dermatologists surveyed, 51.9% routinely prescribe the psychotropic agent Doxepin for treating geriatric patients with psycho cutaneous conditions.
January 2021 in “Clinical dermatology open access journal” This study surveyed dermatologists and found that Doxepin was the most preferred anti-depressant for treating psycho dermatoses in elderly patients.
95 citations
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September 2019 in “Brain” In this study, two patients with refractory juvenile dermatomyositis improved clinically and in disease activity after receiving the JAK inhibitor tofacitinib, showing potential effects in managing the condition.
32 citations
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August 2015 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” This review discusses the side effects and diseases related to hairstyles and hair treatments among black women, highlighting the need for thorough examination by dermatologists, but reports no new clinical results.
20 citations
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September 2018 in “Journal of cutaneous pathology” This study found that adnexal acantholysis does not reliably distinguish pemphigus vulgaris from pemphigus foliaceus, but the level of acantholysis and degree of dyskeratosis serve as distinguishing features among acantholytic disorders.
17 citations
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July 2014 in “Our Dermatology Online” In this study of elderly patients at an Indian medical center, researchers found that xerosis was the most common physiological skin change and pruritus was the most frequent complaint.
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December 2020 in “Journal of Chitwan Medical College” This study found that cutaneous infections and infestations were the most common skin conditions among elderly Nepalese patients, followed by eczema/dermatitis, with no cases of skin cancer detected.
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July 2022 in “International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health” This study observed seasonal trends in Poland's Google searches for dermatology-related terms and noted a decrease in searches for sexually transmitted diseases despite rising infection rates, highlighting a need for better sexual education.
1 citations
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July 2017 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences” In this study, common skin conditions in the geriatric population of Kerala were found to be widely prevalent, with significant associations between xanthelasma palpebrarum and dyslipidemia, and between cherry angioma and diabetes.
February 2026 in “International Journal of Clinical Dermatology” In this study, an 8-year-old girl with dermatomyositis and extensive calcinosis showed complete clearance of calcinosis and good disease control after treatment with a combination of corticosteroids, methotrexate, hydroxychloroquine, pamidronate, and intravenous immunoglobulin.
March 2024 in “Ukraïnsʹkij žurnal dermatologìï, venerologìï, kosmetologìï” This review found that insulin resistance is a significant independent factor in the development of various inflammatory skin diseases, often linked with obesity and metabolic disorders, and suggests measuring HOMA-IR in affected patients.
March 2024 in “IP Indian journal of clinical and experimental dermatology” In this study conducted at a tertiary care center, rural elderly patients often exhibited skin conditions like wrinkling, generalized pruritus, xerosis, eczematous skin conditions, and psoriasis, highlighting the need for better health education on skin care, early diagnosis, and management.
October 2023 in “The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine ” This review discusses the potential use of prostate specific antigen as a diagnostic marker for hyperandrogenism in polycystic ovary syndrome but reports no new clinical results and calls for further research.
August 2023 in “Eureka: Health Sciences” In this study, researchers investigated the prevalence and types of skin diseases among elders at a medical facility in India, finding that generalised pruritus, seborrheic keratosis, and fungal infections were common, while education on proper skin care may help reduce these conditions.
February 2023 in “Benha Journal of Applied Sciences” This article reviews R-Spondin-1's complex role in various skin conditions, emphasizing its diagnostic, prognostic, and potential therapeutic applications.
December 2022 in “Journal of medical sciences and health” This study found that histomorphological evaluation of nail punch biopsies is useful for diagnosing various nail-related dermatoses, with psoriasis being the most common condition observed.
June 2020 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” In this study, xerosis was the most common skin condition found among elderly participants, followed by wrinkling and immunoglobulin heavy chain deposition.
This study found that the thickness of hair is the dominant factor in resistance to rupture when exposed to dermatophytes, with women's and children's hair being less resistant than men's and adults'.
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January 2025 in “Pharmaceuticals” This review highlights the potential of Coffea arabica as an active ingredient in skincare, noting its bioactive compounds from leaves and beans show promising anticellulite, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-aging properties, with unique phenolic concentrations in leaves offering enhanced skin benefits.
March 2026 in “Journal of Drug Delivery and Therapeutics” This review suggests that Aloe vera has potential benefits for various skin conditions by integrating Unani medicinal concepts with contemporary biomedical evidence.
June 2008 in “Experimental dermatology” This research found that melatonin plays a protective and modulatory role in skin biology, reducing UV damage and chemotherapy-induced hair follicle cell harm in human organ culture models.
62 citations
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October 2018 in “Journal of pathology” This review discusses the mechanisms of keratin 17 regulation in diseases such as psoriasis and cancers but presents no new experimental findings, calling for further exploration of anti-K17 therapies.
60 citations
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September 2001 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” This review discusses the use of contact sensitizers in topical immunotherapy for conditions like alopecia areata and viral warts, focusing on treatment methods, efficacy, and potential adverse effects, and reports no new clinical results.
25 citations
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June 2022 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” This review discusses how menopause affects skin structure and function, finding associations between menopause and common skin conditions, but reports no new clinical results.
23 citations
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July 2008 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” This review discusses the use of contact sensitizers for topical immunotherapy in dermatological conditions such as alopecia areata and viral warts, but it reports no new clinical findings.
22 citations
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August 1940 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This review discusses the historical understanding of nutritional dermatoses related to Vitamin B complex deficiencies and reports no new experimental results.
8 citations
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July 2022 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” This review discusses the impact of menopause on oral health and emphasizes the adverse effects of falling oestrogen levels on oral tissues, calling for more research into treatments like hormone replacement therapy.
3 citations
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April 2022 in “Our Dermatology Online” This study found a strong association between thyroid disorders and dermatological conditions such as vitiligo, alopecia areata, and melasma, suggesting a benefit to including thyroid function tests in routine investigations for these conditions.
December 2025 in “Biomolecules” This study reviews the emerging role of protein S-palmitoylation in dermatology, highlighting its impact on skin functions like inflammation and barrier maintenance, and evaluating its potential as a therapeutic target for skin disorders such as alopecia and psoriasis.
November 2024 in “IP Indian Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” This study discusses the multifactorial causes of metabolic syndrome and its association with various skin conditions, indicating an increased risk of diabetes and cardiovascular issues, emphasizing the need for early lifestyle interventions and medical management.