23 citations,
April 2021 in “International Journal of Dermatology” COVID-19 may trigger systemic lupus erythematosus, requiring careful diagnosis and treatment.
130 citations,
January 2005 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Eating disorders like anorexia and bulimia cause skin problems, and dermatologists can help detect these disorders early for better treatment outcomes.
November 2021 in “Frontiers in medicine” A patient with both bullous lichen planus and systemic lupus erythematosus showed improvement with treatment.
18 citations,
March 2004 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Lupus can cause hair loss and nail changes, with treatments available for both.
61 citations,
March 2009 in “The Journal of the American Board of Family Medicine” Early diagnosis and treatment of discoid lupus erythematosus improve outcomes.
14 citations,
March 2012 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” A low-power, fast laser safely reduces hair with minimal pain and few side effects.
12 citations,
January 2011 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Retinoids can prevent skin cancer in high-risk people but have side effects and require more research on dosing and effectiveness.
July 2013 in “British Journal of Dermatology” The document reviews key historical figures and discoveries in dermatology.
July 2023 in “International journal of trichology” Injectable platelet-rich fibrin may stop hair loss from Discoid lupus erythematosus.
50 citations,
November 2010 in “Otolaryngologic Clinics of North America” Recognizing oral symptoms can help diagnose and treat blood and nutritional diseases early.
January 2014 in “Side effects of drugs annual” Exposure to certain sex hormones can increase health risks, while some hormone therapies may offer benefits for specific conditions.
January 2024 in “Photodiagnosis and Photodynamic Therapy” Using minoxidil with laser therapy is more effective for female hair loss than minoxidil alone.
11 citations,
July 2018 in “AJGP” Low-dose oral minoxidil effectively reduces hair loss in women with female pattern hair loss.
11 citations,
January 2009 in “Acta Dermato Venereologica” Early and aggressive treatment can significantly regrow hair in discoid lupus erythematosus.
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July 2021 in “Journal of dermatology research and therapy” Using combined treatments can help manage acne by targeting the bacteria and skin changes that cause it.
October 2022 in “Gadua Journal of Pure and Allied Science” Terbinafine is the most effective treatment for tinea capitis, a scalp infection often confused with other conditions.
1 citations,
January 2017 in “Expert opinion on orphan drugs” Adalimumab is the most effective treatment for severe hidradenitis suppurativa, but more research is needed to improve treatment options.
55 citations,
October 2003 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Different hair care practices and conditions affect African American hair and scalp health, requiring specialized knowledge for treatment.
34 citations,
September 2009 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Using anabolic-androgenic steroids can cause skin problems like acne and hair loss in athletes.
January 2019 in “International Journal of Case Reports and Images” Combining microneedling with light therapy increased hair density by 26% in men.
57 citations,
March 2019 in “Immunity” The document concludes that the skin's immune system is complex, involving interactions with hair follicles, nerves, and microbes, and can protect or cause disease, offering targets for new treatments.
July 2023 in “Journal of exploratory research in pharmacology” A new psoriasis lotion called "Psorisbye" improved symptoms in a patient within one week.
2 citations,
September 2016 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences” Thyroid problems are linked to various skin issues, and checking thyroid health is important for people with certain skin conditions.
89 citations,
May 1999 in “Pediatric Dermatology” New antifungal treatments for a children's scalp infection are effective and safe, but it's not decided if they will become the preferred option over the old treatment.
56 citations,
January 2004 in “Dermatology” Most patients treated with low-dose alpha-interferon for malignant melanoma experienced skin side effects, with hair loss being the most frequent.
July 1997 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Finasteride significantly increases scalp hair and prevents hair loss in young and middle-aged men.
January 1998 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” Lasers are effective and safe for various medical treatments, including cancer, wound healing, and skin conditions.
66 citations,
September 2008 in “Dermatologic therapy” The conclusion is that the best initial treatment for hirsutism is usually oral contraceptives, with the addition of antiandrogens or insulin sensitizers if needed, and topical eflornithine or laser treatments as supplementary options.
13 citations,
January 2011 in “Lung India” Stopping isoniazid can reverse hair loss caused by the drug.