January 2023 in “Revista Paulista de Pediatria” A Brazilian male with IFAP syndrome has a unique genetic variant causing his condition.
The document describes a rare case of IFAP syndrome, a genetic condition with symptoms of hair loss, light sensitivity, and scaly skin.
A 44-year-old woman with Down's syndrome was diagnosed with both rheumatoid and gouty arthritis and treated with multiple medications.
November 2019 in “Harper's Textbook of Pediatric Dermatology” The document is a detailed medical reference on skin and genetic disorders.
May 2017 in “IOSR journal of dental and medical sciences” Both Betasalic ointment and 5% minoxidil are effective and safe for treating Alopecia Areata.
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.
April 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” A woman's skin symptoms led to a diagnosis of systemic AL amyloidosis, but she died from sepsis shortly after.
April 2014 in “Medical Clinics of North America” Accurate diagnosis and tailored treatment are crucial for managing common primary care symptoms.
March 2014 in “Pediatric Clinics of North America” The document discusses how to identify and manage common skin conditions in children.
January 2012 in “Elsevier eBooks” New treatments for skin and hair repair show promise, but further improvements are needed.
January 2003 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” In 2002, various skin reactions were reported due to different drugs, including allergies, hair loss, skin lesions, and other skin conditions.
January 2003 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Various drugs caused different skin reactions, including allergic and inflammatory responses.
A drug helped quickly reduce a movement disorder, experts debated the severity of Raynaud phenomenon, and rapid weight loss was linked to temporary hair loss with good recovery.
Enemas can cause septicemia in elderly men with prostate infections.
Most people with Raynaud's won't get serious diseases, but doctors should watch for signs over time; also, quick weight loss can cause hair loss.
Rapid weight loss can cause temporary hair loss, but hair usually grows back.
Doctors disagree on whether Raynaud phenomenon often leads to serious diseases, but agree that patients should be monitored for possible progression while being reassured. Rapid weight loss may cause hair loss.
November 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Oral health affects overall well-being, with tooth loss impacting quality of life, nutrition, and health.
July 2018 in “Reactions Weekly” Lower finasteride doses had more side effects; dutasteride caused back pain; more research needed on post-finasteride syndrome.
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October 2007 in “European Journal of Epidemiology” The Rotterdam Study investigates diseases in older adults and has produced many research findings.
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August 2021 in “Scientific Reports” COVID-19 leaves 80% of patients with long-term symptoms like fatigue and headaches.
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March 1991 in “American Journal of Psychiatry” Most adult chronic hair pullers are women who started in their early teens, often have other mental health issues, and may pull hair due to underlying psychiatric conditions.
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January 2013 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Manage vitiligo with treatments, address emotions, and use camouflage techniques.
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May 2019 in “Cells” The secretome from mesenchymal stem cells is a promising treatment that may repair tissue and avoid side effects of stem cell transplantation.
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April 2014 in “Drugs” Teriflunomide helps reduce multiple sclerosis symptoms and is safe for most patients.
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April 2012 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Guidelines suggest various treatments for alopecia areata, but leaving it untreated is also an option as 80% cases may recover on their own.
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October 2003 in “British Journal of Dermatology” The 2003 guidelines suggest that while some treatments can regrow hair in alopecia areata, none alter the disease's progression, and wigs may be the best option for extensive hair loss.
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September 2001 in “European Journal of Cancer Care” Chemotherapy-induced hair loss significantly affects patients' well-being, and nurses are key in helping them cope, but more research is needed to find effective treatments.
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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.
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July 2002 in “Dermatologic clinics” Patients with certain skin symptoms and high ANA titers should be monitored for potential systemic lupus.