40 citations,
December 2016 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” JAK inhibitors show promise for treating skin and hair disorders but need more research on long-term safety and effectiveness.
2 citations,
September 2023 in “Cosmetics” Cannabinoids may help some skin conditions but more research is needed.
10 citations,
November 2017 in “Advances in Dermatology and Allergology” Scalp involvement in pemphigus means the disease is more severe and harder to treat.
19 citations,
September 2010 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” The CLASI is useful but needs revision to accurately assess all cutaneous lupus erythematosus subtypes.
157 citations,
August 2010 in “Lupus” The document concludes that recognizing and treating cutaneous lupus erythematosus early is crucial for managing the skin and potential systemic symptoms.
Patients with acute and subacute skin lupus respond faster to belimumab than those with chronic skin lupus.
Excluding alopecia and mucous membrane components from the CLASI-A score reduces its effectiveness in capturing important disease activity.
May 2023 in “Siriraj Medical Journal” The Thai version of the Family Dermatology Life Quality Index is a reliable and valid tool for assessing the quality of life of patients' families.
Lupus is a complex disease that requires personalized treatment because it varies greatly between individuals.
44 citations,
October 2020 in “Arthritis Care & Research” Choosing the right tools is crucial for accurately measuring lupus activity and damage.
58 citations,
January 2010 in “Arthritis Care & Research” Hydroxychloroquine may help delay skin damage in lupus patients.
Higher EULAR/ACR scores in SLE patients predict more organ damage.
Many patients with cutaneous lupus erythematosus experience hair loss and nail problems, which are important for diagnosis and treatment.
3 citations,
October 2020 in “Arthritis Care & Research” New tools and criteria have been developed to better assess and treat pediatric lupus.
January 2015 in “Indian Journal of Medical Biochemistry” Men with early balding should be checked for metabolic syndrome, as there's a link between the two.
25 citations,
July 2014 in “Hong Kong medical journal” Some skin disorders might be linked to H. pylori infection, but more research is needed to confirm this.
23 citations,
November 2013 in “Lupus” Therapeutic intervention improved the quality of life for Japanese lupus patients with skin issues.
3 citations,
December 2022 in “Cells” Cannabinoids like CBD and THC may help treat non-cancer skin diseases, but more research is needed.
1 citations,
January 2022 in “Advances in Dermatology and Allergology” Most patients with cutaneous lupus erythematosus in Bangladesh are young women, with chronic forms and photosensitivity being common.
October 2008 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Medical practitioners need to understand basic statistics to properly evaluate clinical trials and avoid unethical designs.
July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Certain drugs can cause lupus, stopping these drugs is the main treatment. NB-UVB phototherapy clears psoriasis faster when applied three times a week. Monoclonal antibodies and oral pimecrolimus are effective in treating psoriasis. Smoking and drinking are linked to psoriasis in men. No direct link between low iron and hair loss was found. Vaccines are effective against genital herpes and human papillomavirus type 16.
3 citations,
December 2019 in “Lupus” Hydroxychloroquine effectively treated a woman's lupus skin issues and hair loss.
July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” The document concludes that various treatments for skin conditions are effective, but some require further research, and certain factors like gender and lifestyle can influence disease outcomes.
19 citations,
November 2021 in “Lupus Science & Medicine” Black patients with discoid lupus erythematosus have more severe skin damage and higher chances of dyspigmentation, scalp, and ear involvement.
1 citations,
January 2015 in “Journal of Pigmentary Disorders” Treating melasma in men is difficult, especially for the deeper skin layers, and may need more than just topical treatments.
August 2023 in “Annales de Dermatologie et de Vénéréologie” Non-scarring hair loss in lupus patients often responds well to treatment and doesn't lead to scarring.
July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Various skin conditions like cutaneous lupus erythematosus, psoriasis, and basal cell carcinoma can be effectively treated with antihypertensive agents, NB-UVB phototherapy, and imiquimod cream respectively. Vaccines are effective against genital herpes and HPV-16 infection. Early intervention is crucial for conditions like diabetic foot ulcers and neonatal herpes. Certain dyes can cause hand dermatitis, and there's a link between smoking/drinking and psoriasis in men. No direct link was found between low iron levels and chronic hair loss in women.
July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Certain drugs can cause skin lupus, but stopping the drug usually helps. Vaccines work against smallpox, genital herpes, and a type of human papillomavirus. More frequent light therapy clears psoriasis faster. Certain treatments work for psoriasis and dermatitis. A specific cream effectively treats a type of skin cancer. Low iron levels aren't directly linked to chronic hair loss.
July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Blood pressure drugs can cause skin lupus, early treatment is key for baby herpes and diabetic foot ulcers, a certain vaccine works against genital herpes and HPV in women, more frequent light therapy helps psoriasis, smoking and drinking can worsen psoriasis, a cream clears up a type of skin cancer, and low iron levels don't cause chronic hair loss.
July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Various skin conditions can be treated effectively with different methods, such as discontinuing certain drugs, using specific vaccines, applying creams, and changing lifestyle habits like smoking and drinking.