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A skin condition called pyodermatitis vegetans was found in a patient with multiple myeloma for the first time.

Anti-TNF therapy can cause a unique type of hair loss that may get better with topical treatments without stopping the therapy.

The document concludes that new methods improve the accuracy of diagnosing scalp alopecia and challenges the old way of classifying it.

Skin lymphoproliferative disorders are hard to diagnose and often linked to systemic diseases, but most have a good prognosis with accurate diagnosis.

The book explains causes, diagnosis, and treatments for hair loss in pets.

Poliosis circumscripta is a patch of white hair caused by lack of melanin, linked to genetic and acquired conditions.

Woman's hair loss diagnosis changed from CTE to AA; multiple biopsies important for accurate diagnosis.

A woman with long-term scalp psoriasis developed rare scarring hair loss that didn't fully respond to treatments.

The document concludes that corticosteroids effectively treat vasculitis allergica in over 90% of cases, with long-term kidney issues being the main adverse outcome.

Nested PCR can reliably identify fungal infections when traditional methods fail.

EGFR inhibitors can cause yellowish skin eruptions.

Mercury allergy linked to specific genes may contribute to burning mouth syndrome, and silicon might play a role in maintaining healthy hair.

Acne keloidalis nuchae is a chronic skin condition more common in African men, causing itchy or painful bumps and can lead to permanent hair loss if not treated early.

The combination therapy effectively improved acne keloidalis nuchae.

Mother and son diagnosed with a rare genetic hair loss condition with no effective treatment.

Title change to "Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia (CCCA)"; common in African American women; hair-grooming methods may contribute; no effective therapy found; trials needed.

Transverse scalp biopsies are more accurate for diagnosing non-cicatricial alopecia, but examining both types is best for accuracy.

An 8-year-old girl had a rare, benign skin tumor on her forehead.

Crohn's disease can cause hair loss before other symptoms appear.

A three-year-old girl survived a rare serious infection caused by BCG vaccination, which improved after treatment with a leprosy drug.

A thorough history and examination are crucial for diagnosing skin diseases, which affect up to a third of people. This includes details about skin lesions, medication, general health, lifestyle, family, and contacts, as well as examining the rash, hair, nails, and mucous membranes. Changes in hair and nails can also indicate other medical and skin disorders.

Eczema and fungal infections are the most common skin problems in Japan, with different age groups and genders affected by various conditions.

Nearly half of children with primary immunodeficiency disorders showed skin problems, often as the first sign of their condition.

Psoriasis can cause temporary or permanent hair loss.

Loss of sebaceous glands and inflammation may contribute to the development of scarring alopecia.

Horizontal sections of scalp biopsies are good for diagnosing Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia and help customize treatment.

The European Society of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus created a questionnaire to standardize patient assessment and improve care for cutaneous lupus.

Caucasian hair is denser, but Asian hair is thicker in female pattern hair loss patients.

The COVID-19 pandemic led to fewer dermatology visits and changed the types of skin conditions patients experienced.

Some skin lymphomas can look like common skin issues and need careful testing to diagnose correctly.