2 citations,
May 2016 in “Oxford University Press eBooks” Systemic lupus erythematosus is managed with lifestyle changes, symptomatic treatments, and careful use of medications to control symptoms and flares.
Lupus severely affects daily life, work, and mental health, with many experiencing frequent flares and medication side-effects.
8 citations,
September 2013 in “Journal of Social Service Research” Lupus causes emotional and social challenges, but support from friends helps reduce depression and anxiety.
Belimumab effectively reduces disease activity in lupus patients, regardless of initial serologic status.
Botulinum toxin type A reduces itch and inflammation from histamine and may help treat certain skin conditions and hair loss.
18 citations,
April 2013 in “Inflammatory Bowel Diseases” People with Inflammatory Bowel Disease often lose hair due to stress, medication side effects, or lack of nutrients, and treatment depends on the specific cause.
12 citations,
October 2016 in “Patient Preference and Adherence” Both patients and physicians are often dissatisfied with the control of systemic lupus erythematosus and lupus nephritis.
2 citations,
August 2022 in “JAAD case reports” COVID-19 vaccines may rarely worsen hair loss in people with severe alopecia, but the benefits of vaccination still outweigh this risk.
1 citations,
January 2014 in “Springer eBooks” Adult acne is more common in women, often linked to hormones, and can be harder to treat.
April 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Many patients with autoimmune blistering skin disorders change their diets, avoiding foods like alcohol, citrus, and spices, and some find vegetables and dairy helpful.
November 2015 in “International journal of science and research” Adult acne is mostly inflammatory, affects women more, and often scars, needing good treatment to prevent damage.
5 citations,
May 2022 in “International Journal of Surgery Case Reports” Pericardiocentesis and immunosuppressants effectively treat cardiac tamponade in pregnant women with SLE.
November 2022 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The study found that skin inflammation and immune response pathways are activated in Solar Urticaria patients after UV exposure, unlike in healthy people.
June 2022 in “Rheumatology research” Lupus can be a rare cause of high calcium levels in the blood.
February 2017 in “The journal of allergy and clinical immunology/Journal of allergy and clinical immunology/The journal of allergy and clinical immunology” Immunotherapy helped a 5-year-old boy regrow hair and prevent seasonal alopecia areata.
77 citations,
April 2016 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” IL-17 is a key target for treating inflammatory skin diseases, especially psoriasis.
46 citations,
September 2016 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Hormonal treatments are effective for severe or persistent acne and should be used with other acne therapies, considering potential side effects.
27 citations,
July 2013 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Lasers have become precise tools in skin treatment and diagnosis, with ongoing advancements improving their effectiveness.
19 citations,
July 2017 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Finasteride improves hidradenitis suppurativa in children with no adverse effects.
5 citations,
April 2007 in “Popular Communication” Makeover TV shows promote unrealistic beauty standards and pressure women to conform to societal ideals.
1 citations,
September 2019 Managing severe infections in SLE patients requires tailored treatment strategies.
115 citations,
November 2015 in “The journal of allergy and clinical immunology/Journal of allergy and clinical immunology/The journal of allergy and clinical immunology” Children with atopic dermatitis often have sleep problems, affecting their growth and behavior.
71 citations,
May 2019 in “Rheumatology” Tph cells are linked to the severity of systemic lupus erythematosus.
46 citations,
January 2015 in “Pediatric Rheumatology” Skin symptoms are important for diagnosing and managing juvenile-onset systemic lupus erythematosus and usually get better with treatment.
31 citations,
June 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Patients with chronic skin conditions on systemic treatments did not have worse COVID-19 outcomes and could resume their treatments after recovery.
18 citations,
November 2018 in “Annals of the Academy of Medicine Singapore” Sulfasalazine can cause severe allergic reactions leading to long-term autoimmune issues like hair loss and skin discoloration.
18 citations,
December 1996 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Chemotherapy and cytokine therapy can cause various skin reactions, including hair loss and hypersensitivity.
17 citations,
June 2010 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Many women with hard-to-treat acne also have PCOS.
16 citations,
September 2020 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” The article suggests that targeting specific immune pathways could help control and treat the skin disease hidradenitis suppurativa.
16 citations,
August 2011 in “Annals of Allergy Asthma & Immunology” A woman with severe angioedema improved significantly after treatment with rituximab.