20 citations,
July 2008 in “Dermatologic Therapy” The document says that treating the root cause of hair follicle damage is crucial to prevent permanent hair loss, and treatment options vary.
People with Down syndrome have a higher risk of skin disorders and need better screening and treatment.
January 1988 in “Inpharma (Balgowlah)” New retinoids are effective for various skin conditions and are being developed to have fewer side effects.
6 citations,
December 1987 in “Mayo Clinic proceedings” Retinoids are effective for severe acne and psoriasis but can cause serious side effects and birth defects.
27 citations,
February 1988 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” The skin condition Ulerythema ophryogenes did not improve with treatment in a patient with other birth defects.
1 citations,
June 1987 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Most patients tolerated spironolactone for acne and hirsutism despite common side effects like menstrual changes and breast tenderness.
25 citations,
October 2002 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Mouse profilaggrin helps in skin cell differentiation and may be involved in calcium signaling.
February 2023 in “JAAD case reports” Reducing immunosuppression and using antiviral creams improved the woman's skin condition.
May 2023 in “Indian journal of dermatology, venereology, and leprology” The document concludes that understanding tissue degeneration is crucial for diagnosing skin lesions.
8 citations,
April 2022 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Certain genetic changes in the LSS gene cause a rare skin and hair condition.
5 citations,
December 2012 in “Journal of Dermatology” Wigs greatly improve life quality for hair loss patients.
January 2013 in “Journal of dermatology” A new medical syndrome may include skin changes, hair loss, sweating issues, bone malformations, leg swelling, and low cortisol.
10 citations,
July 2013 in “British Journal of Dermatology” High MUC-18/MCAM levels in blood indicate a worse outlook for melanoma patients.
September 2019 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Tet1/2/3 enzymes affect hair follicle cell development by influencing BMP signaling.
21 citations,
December 2016 in “PLOS ONE” Scientists made skin stem cells from other human cells with over 97% efficiency, which could help treat skin conditions.
September 2019 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Mouse skin glands need healthy nerves to grow properly during hair growth phases.
January 2011 in “Journal of Society of Cosmetic Chemists of Japan” 18-MEA and SPDA can restore damaged hair's smoothness and reduce frizz.
93 citations,
October 2006 in “The International Journal of Biochemistry & Cell Biology” Melanocytes are crucial for skin pigmentation and can affect conditions like melanoma, vitiligo, and albinism, as well as hair color and hearing.
2 citations,
January 2013 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document explains the genetic causes and characteristics of inherited hair disorders.
1 citations,
April 2018 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Topical patidegib gel effectively treats basal cell carcinoma in Gorlin syndrome patients without causing the side effects seen with oral treatments.
11 citations,
October 2011 in “Allergologia et immunopathologia” A girl with Netherton syndrome was able to eat wheat without allergies after a special treatment.
2 citations,
March 2020 in “JAAD case reports” A leukemia patient showed skin peeling similar to kwashiorkor, a severe protein deficiency.
2 citations,
September 2014 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences” Most HIV patients in the study showed skin and mucous membrane issues, with oral thrush being the most common.
November 2017 in “International journal of research in dermatology” A rare skin disorder, nevus comedonicus, can appear on one side of the body following Blaschko's lines.
4 citations,
December 2013 in “British Journal of Dermatology” ESR2 gene linked to female-pattern hair loss.
53 citations,
October 1978 in “Archives of dermatology” Zinc supplements can resolve skin issues caused by zinc deficiency.
August 2011 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” About 30% of women feel they lose too much hair, often starting before age 40, and most can't find a reason for it.
Thermal spring waters and their microbes could be good for skin health and treating some skin conditions in skincare products.
December 2023 in “Asian journal of medical sciences” Psoriasis is the most common cause of erythroderma, and proper medical follow-up is crucial.
21 citations,
April 2019 in “Journal of cutaneous pathology” People with alopecia areata have fewer regulatory T-cells than those with other skin conditions.