November 2022 in “CARDIOMETRY” A group has developed therapies that show promise for treating cancer and various other conditions.
June 2022 in “Rheumatology research” Lupus can be a rare cause of high calcium levels in the blood.
No single biomarker is reliable enough for diagnosing and assessing SLE.
Tacrolimus causes fewer acute rejections than cyclosporin A in kidney transplants but doesn't necessarily improve kidney function after one year; cardiovascular risks and side effects vary between the two drugs.
January 2020 in “International Journal of PharmTech Research” A man with severe leprosy developed painless ulcers and numbness, treated successfully with multiple drugs and vitamins.
July 2018 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Mindfulness reduces anxiety and depression in skin disease patients; dermatologists and psychiatrists often lack confidence in treating psychodermatological conditions.
April 2017 in “International journal of research in Ayurveda and pharmacy” Ayurvedic methods can help reduce the harmful effects of chemicals in cosmetics.
January 2015 in “Endocrine updates” Bariatric surgery patients need careful before and after surgery care for safety and long-term health.
October 2014 in “Archives of disease in childhood” Childhood cancer diagnosis leads to long-term physical and emotional health issues in parents.
July 2013 in “Our Dermatology Online” Oral methylprednisolone pulse therapy helped an 11-year-old regrow 80% of his hair in six months.
October 2010 in “Journal of Men's Health” The conclusion is that doctors should be careful when prescribing 5α-reductase inhibitors due to possible serious side effects, and they should discuss these risks with patients.
January 2009 in “Springer eBooks” The document concludes that treating skin conditions should include psychological care and a multidisciplinary approach is essential for effective management.
September 1999 in “The Journal of The British Menopause Society” The document concludes that skin aging in women can be caused by UV exposure and hormonal changes, and treatments like hormone replacement therapy and various skin therapies can help.
October 1961 in “Archives of Dermatology” Reassurance is important for postpartum hair shedding as it likely won't cause complete baldness.
339 citations,
February 2014 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Most patients with frontal fibrosing alopecia are postmenopausal women, and treatments like finasteride and dutasteride can improve or stabilize the condition.
150 citations,
October 2010 in “The American Journal of Pathology” The document concludes that more research is needed to better understand and treat primary cicatricial alopecias, and suggests a possible reclassification based on molecular pathways.
18 citations,
January 2013 in “Postepy Dermatologii I Alergologii” Puberty often causes skin issues like acne and excessive sweating, and treatments require patience as results may vary.
15 citations,
November 2015 in “Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery” Mixing platelet-rich plasma with triamcinolone acetonide can potentially improve hair regrowth in alopecia areata patients.
8 citations,
October 2019 in “International Journal of Dermatology” The study concluded that combination therapy with topical corticosteroids and hydroxychloroquine or finasteride is effective in treating Frontal fibrosing alopecia in Asians.
March 2024 in “International journal of pharmaceutical sciences and drug research” Androgenetic alopecia is influenced by various factors and can be treated with medications, procedures, and non-drug methods.
No treatment alters the natural progression of alopecia areata, and effectiveness varies, with some possibly working better in children.
35 citations,
December 2014 in “Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology” Most skin changes during pregnancy go away after giving birth.
7 citations,
June 2015 in “Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology” Some drugs can cause skin reactions, which may improve when the drug is stopped, and rapid diagnosis and stopping the drug is crucial.
2 citations,
May 2017 in “Springer eBooks” Pregnancy can cause skin changes and affect existing skin conditions, with limited treatment options due to the need for fetal safety.
1 citations,
March 2020 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” The paper concludes that recognizing bitemporal alopecia areata is important for early treatment and preventing its progression.
Improved nutrition quickly healed the patient's skin lesions.
June 2023 in “Journal of multidisciplinary sciences” PCOS may increase the risk of certain cancers.
April 2020 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” Non-classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia (NCCAH) can mimic PCOS and requires genetic testing for proper diagnosis and treatment.
September 2019 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Targeted therapy with Ustekinumab significantly improved a skin condition called ILVEN, which is caused by mutations in the CARD14 gene.
July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Stopping tight hairstyles can prevent and reduce traction alopecia.