75 citations,
October 1999 in “European journal of endocrinology” Finasteride is a safe, effective treatment for hirsutism with fewer side effects.
68 citations,
January 2014 in “Dermatology research and practice” Skin side effects from cancer drugs targeting EGFR can affect treatment adherence but can be managed with antibiotics like tetracycline.
67 citations,
September 2003 in “Journal of cutaneous pathology” Skin problems are very common in people with end-stage kidney disease.
61 citations,
October 2010 in “Postgraduate Medical Journal” Most patients with chronic kidney disease have skin problems, which get worse as the disease progresses, and dialysis doesn't greatly reduce these issues.
49 citations,
January 2013 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Newborns with ichthyosis need specific care based on their skin type.
43 citations,
July 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” During the COVID-19 pandemic, a clinic in Turkey saw fewer patients but more cases of certain skin conditions, possibly linked to the virus and stress.
42 citations,
April 2012 in “Seminars in Oncology” Targeted cancer therapies often cause skin problems that need careful management to improve patient quality of life and treatment success.
38 citations,
January 1997 in “Gynecological Endocrinology” Finasteride and flutamide effectively reduce hirsutism in PCOS women, with flutamide also lowering hormone levels.
32 citations,
January 2012 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Skin side effects from EGFR inhibitor cancer treatment can be managed effectively, often without stopping the medication.
27 citations,
January 2020 in “Acta dermatovenerologica Alpina, Pannonica et Adriatica (Tiskana izd.)” Healthcare workers in Turkey experienced more skin problems due to frequent handwashing and wearing masks and gloves during the COVID-19 outbreak.
26 citations,
October 2018 in “Clinical & Translational Oncology” Spanish experts provided guidelines for treating skin side effects in cancer patients on new therapies, stressing early action and teamwork.
25 citations,
November 2013 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Many patients on new leukemia drugs had mild to moderate skin reactions.
22 citations,
September 2015 in “Clinical lymphoma myeloma & leukemia/Clinical lymphoma, myeloma and leukemia” Recognizing and treating skin symptoms in essential thrombocythemia is crucial for patient quality of life.
20 citations,
August 2019 in “Journal of Telemedicine and Telecare” Dermatologists found teledermatology useful and confidence-boosting for diagnosing skin conditions, but faced limitations like technical issues and prescription restrictions. Despite this, they saw its potential to improve access to skin care, especially in remote areas.
18 citations,
January 2020 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” Over 67 genes linked to ichthyosis help improve diagnosis and treatment.
18 citations,
January 2017 in “Postępy Dermatologii i Alergologii” EGFR inhibitors can cause various skin issues during cancer treatment, and managing these is important for patient care.
18 citations,
November 2016 in “Neuromuscular Disorders” Patients with myotonic dystrophy often have skin problems that suggest early aging and vitamin D issues, and the severity of these problems is linked to their genetic condition and vitamin D levels.
18 citations,
July 2008 in “Current Oncology Reports” EGFR cancer drugs often cause a rash, which can lead to distress and isolation, but may also improve outcomes for some cancer patients. Current treatments for the rash are limited, but a compound called menadione shows promise.
18 citations,
January 2004 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Skin problems in older people can indicate hormonal diseases, nutritional deficiencies, or conditions like diabetes, menopause, and HIV.
17 citations,
August 2021 in “Dermatologic surgery” Microneedling is generally safe but can cause minor, temporary side effects and requires caution for some patients.
17 citations,
January 2010 in “Acta Dermato Venereologica” EGFR inhibitors can cause yellowish skin eruptions.
17 citations,
July 1984 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” The four patients have a unique type of ichthyosis affecting hair follicles.
16 citations,
February 2019 in “Pediatric Blood & Cancer” Most children with CNS tumors on targeted therapy had skin reactions, which were generally treatable without stopping the therapy.
15 citations,
January 2014 in “Dermatology” Some patients treated with peginterferon and ribavirin for chronic hepatitis C had mild to moderate skin reactions, but treatment did not need to be stopped.
14 citations,
January 2015 in “ABCD” The surgery effectively promoted and maintained weight loss in obese women during the first year.
11 citations,
April 2014 in “Journal of Clinical Virology” Older age, pre-existing skin conditions, cirrhosis, and pegylated interferon use increase the risk of skin issues during hepatitis C treatment.
9 citations,
February 2022 in “Dermatology and therapy” An emollient PLUS balm with ADE-G1 significantly improved skin dryness and quality of life in cancer patients with xerosis.
8 citations,
October 2013 in “The Journal of Spinal Cord Medicine” Most spinal cord injury patients in Korea experience skin problems, especially fungal infections and eczema, affecting their quality of life.
7 citations,
January 2022 in “Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine” Ginger supplements helped reduce symptoms and improve metabolic health in hypothyroid patients.
7 citations,
August 2020 in “Scientifica” Most HIV-positive patients had skin problems, and conditions like oral thrush and boils were linked to weaker immune systems.