11 citations,
February 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Low zinc and biotin levels linked to male hair loss; supplements may help.
November 2019 in “Harper's Textbook of Pediatric Dermatology” Understanding normal hair growth and loss in children is key to diagnosing and treating hair disorders.
22 citations,
November 2014 in “Psychiatric Clinics of North America” Stress can worsen skin conditions and affect mental health, so doctors should include stress management in skin treatment.
72 citations,
February 2011 in “American Journal of Biological Anthropology” The conclusion is that recognizing hair growth cycles can improve the precision of dietary and health assessments from hair analysis.
January 2010 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document concludes that different types of hair loss have specific treatments, and early diagnosis is crucial for preventing permanent hair loss.
47 citations,
December 2019 in “Frontiers in immunology” A new mutation in the STING protein causes a range of symptoms and its severity may be affected by other genetic variations; treatment with a specific inhibitor showed improvement in one patient.
1 citations,
February 2013 in “Clinical pediatrics” The baby’s hair loss was due to a rare genetic condition, not treatable by usual methods.
6 citations,
January 2012 in “Journal of Biomedicine and Biotechnology” Ustekinumab might work for severe psoriasis, but more research is needed to be sure.
July 1997 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Finasteride significantly increases scalp hair and prevents hair loss in young and middle-aged men.
1 citations,
January 2018 in “Springer eBooks” The document concludes that scalp cooling and treatments like minoxidil can help manage hair loss from cancer therapy.
The document is a detailed guide on skin conditions and treatments for dermatologists.
25 citations,
March 2012 in “Journal of oncology pharmacy practice” An 81-year-old man's white hair began to regain its original color while he was treated with lenalidomide, suggesting that graying hair might be reversible.
October 2023 in “Journal of health sciences and medicine :” Patients on long-term hemodialysis often have skin problems related to their treatment.
33 citations,
November 2006 in “Survey of Ophthalmology” Madarosis is the loss of eyelashes and eyebrows due to various health issues and requires thorough examination to diagnose and treat the underlying cause.
16 citations,
April 2011 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Dermatologists play a key role in identifying and documenting signs of abuse and injury for forensic investigations.
4 citations,
January 2011 in “Annals of Dermatology” Researchers found a new mutation in the HR gene linked to a rare hair loss condition.
26 citations,
July 2019 in “Dermatology and Therapy” The conclusion is that genetic testing is important for diagnosing and treating various genetic hair disorders.
1 citations,
July 2023 in “Al-Azhar Medical Journal” Higher antigliadin antibodies are linked to more severe alopecia areata, suggesting screening for celiac disease in these patients.
20 citations,
November 2018 in “Clinics in Dermatology” The conclusion is that understanding and addressing the psychological effects of alopecia areata is important for effective treatment.
19 citations,
January 2018 in “Scientific Reports” Non-immune factors play a significant role in alopecia areata.
32 citations,
January 2006 in “Liver transplantation” Vitamin A toxicity can cause severe health issues and may require a liver transplant if other treatments fail.
141 citations,
January 1984 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Pregnancy can cause skin darkening, varicose veins, more sweating, hair growth, hair loss after birth, nail changes, and gum inflammation.
96 citations,
January 1997 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Pregnancy can cause skin pigmentation, stretch marks, and changes in hair, nails, and sweat glands, with most resolving after birth.
June 2006 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Lower adrenal hormone levels may cause hair loss in postmenopausal women, certain patterns help diagnose nail cancer, and a gene variant linked to higher skin cancer risk in kidney transplant patients suggests monitoring folate levels.
114 citations,
March 2002 in “Current opinion in oncology/Current opinion in oncology, with cancerlit” Cancer therapy can cause various skin problems, including hair loss, skin darkening, painful hand-foot syndrome, and severe skin damage.
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.
January 1982 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Experts discussed treatments for skin conditions in children, emphasizing hydration, cautious medication use, and early intervention for infections.
12 citations,
May 2015 in “Journal of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network” Doctors should actively prevent and treat skin side effects in cancer patients to keep them on the best medication and reduce discomfort.
21 citations,
June 1990 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Systemic retinoids are effective for psoriasis but have side effects; benefits may outweigh risks, especially when reducing cancer risks from other treatments.
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.