June 2022 in “Annals of Indian Academy of Neurology” This case report describes a rare association where herpes zoster infection may have triggered the first attack of NMOSD with systemic vasculitis in a patient, suggesting potential overlaps in immunopathogenesis.
In this case series, Xiang Chen reported instances of nail damage and hair loss following herpes zoster, noting the need for further exploration into the mechanisms and potential risk factors such as tuberculosis infection and kidney transplantation.
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January 2020 in “Cellular & Molecular Immunology/Cellular & molecular immunology” This review discusses the dual role of tissue-resident memory T cells in providing immune protection against infections and cancer and contributing to autoimmune skin disease pathology, without presenting new experimental results.
December 2024 in “Journal of Coloproctology” This study presents a case of a 67-year-old immunocompromised woman with ulcerated genital and perianal lesions diagnosed as herpesvirus-induced dermatovirosis, highlighting the importance of considering viral infections in differential diagnoses and the potential for resistance to typical antiviral treatments.
November 2022 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This study suggests that varicella-zoster virus infection in skin cells may play a role in segmental vitiligo's progression and depigmentation.
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October 2022 in “Current Dermatology Reports” This review discusses various skin reactions after SARS-CoV-2 infection and COVID-19 vaccination, noting a higher incidence with mRNA vaccines than adenovirus vector vaccines, and reports no new clinical results.
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February 2006 in “Archives of dermatology” A man's chest hair turned white after a shingles infection, possibly due to virus-damaged pigment cells.
November 2023 in “Heliyon” This article reports a case of herpes zoster ophthalmicus following platelet-rich plasma treatment for androgenic alopecia and emphasizes adhering to guidelines to ensure safe outcomes.
In this case study, a 20-year-old man with dermatitis initially misdiagnosed as caused by Herpes simplex was found to have a fungal infection, Trichophyton mentagrophytes, and successfully treated with oral terbinafine and ketoconazole products.
October 2023 in “The Open Dermatology Journal” Baricitinib is effective for severe alopecia areata with manageable side effects, mainly upper respiratory infections.
August 2025 in “International Journal of Clinical Dermatology” In this study, a possible case of Wolf’s isotopic response was observed, where a 72-year-old woman developed superficial basal cell carcinoma at a prior herpes zoster site on her scalp, possibly due to altered local immunity from the zoster episode.
June 2025 in “Clinical Dermatology Review” This case study documents a rare concurrent presentation of herpes zoster and alopecia areata in a 24-year-old male, highlighting transient alopecia as a cutaneous complication of varicella zoster infection and suggesting further research into the virus's effect on dormant hair follicles.
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July 2017 in “Current sports medicine reports” This comprehensive review outlines the management and prevention strategies for mechanical, environmental, and infectious skin injuries in athletes but reports no new clinical findings.
August 2023 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This study used a Lebanese national registry to document dermatologic symptoms related to COVID-19 and its vaccines, noting that urticaria and telogen effluvium were common during infection, while urticaria and herpes zoster were notable post-vaccination.
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November 1992 in “Mayo Clinic Proceedings” This review discusses the cutaneous manifestations associated with HIV infection, highlighting that these skin conditions often present atypically and are more severe compared to those in non-HIV-infected individuals; it reports no new clinical findings.
July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” The document concludes that various treatments for skin conditions are effective, but some require further research, and certain factors like gender and lifestyle can influence disease outcomes.
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January 2020 in “Critical Reviews in Immunology” This review suggests that mucosa-associated invariant T cells may regulate the host response to SARS-CoV-2 and could be potential targets for COVID-19 management, but it reports no new clinical results.
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February 2012 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This review discusses skin problems common among long-distance runners and outlines helpful treatments, without presenting new clinical results.
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July 2006 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This review discusses various dermatological conditions prevalent among football athletes and suggests that these are exacerbated by the sport's physical demands, environmental conditions, and use of specific equipment.
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July 2019 in “Clinics in Dermatology” This review discusses various systemic diseases associated with secondary alopecia and reports no new clinical findings; it emphasizes the importance of addressing underlying conditions and using diagnostic tools like trichoscopy and histopathology.
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January 2013 in “Springer eBooks” The document concludes that skin and nail changes can indicate various underlying health conditions.
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February 2004 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Different sports can cause specific skin conditions that need proper diagnosis and treatment.
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July 2019 in “International archives of internal medicine” This review discusses the psychological and emotional effects of common dermatologic conditions and highlights their impact on quality of life, but it does not present new clinical results.
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June 2022 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” In this study, the COVID-19 pandemic was associated with increased diagnoses of acne and telogen effluvium, particularly among patients with COVID-19, at a New York City hospital system.
June 2026 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Regenerative Medicine” This study found that Janus kinase inhibitors significantly improve treatment outcomes for complex skin conditions like atopic dermatitis and alopecia areata, but their implementation requires careful safety considerations, including risk assessments for cardiovascular, malignant, and reproductive issues.
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January 2016 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual” This report describes the first known case of Kaposi's varicelliform eruption occurring after a follicular unit extraction procedure, possibly linked to surgical trauma and post-surgical steroid use.
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October 2011 This review discusses the clinical significance of L-Lysine in treating various conditions and reports mixed findings on its effectiveness against herpes simplex virus infections, with no new experimental results presented.
October 2025 in “Journal of Pharmacy And Bioallied Sciences” In this observational study conducted at a tertiary care center, researchers found that post-COVID patients most commonly experienced telogen effluvium and other dermatological issues like herpes infection and acne, with middle-aged and female patients being predominantly affected.
July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Blood pressure drugs can cause skin lupus, but it improves after stopping the drug. The glycoprotein D vaccine works against genital herpes in some women, and the HPV-16 vaccine reduces HPV-16 infection and related diseases. More frequent light therapy clears psoriasis faster. A cream called imiquimod effectively treats a type of skin cancer. Iron supplements don't necessarily help with chronic hair loss in women.
July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Blood pressure drugs can cause skin lupus, early treatment is key for baby herpes and diabetic foot ulcers, a certain vaccine works against genital herpes and HPV in women, more frequent light therapy helps psoriasis, smoking and drinking can worsen psoriasis, a cream clears up a type of skin cancer, and low iron levels don't cause chronic hair loss.