May 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Some blood pressure medications are linked to a higher risk of skin cancer.
The document provides 70 multiple choice questions to improve haematology skills.
July 2015 in “Cambridge University Press eBooks” The document concludes that careful history and physical exams are crucial for accurately diagnosing polycystic ovary syndrome and distinguishing it from other similar conditions.
January 2015 in “Springer eBooks” Chronic kidney disease can cause hair loss, which may be related to zinc deficiency or certain medications, and sometimes hair grows back when the underlying issue is treated.
No treatment alters the natural progression of alopecia areata, and effectiveness varies, with some possibly working better in children.
February 2014 in “Medicine - Programa De Formación Médica Continuada Acreditado” The document concludes that non-scarring alopecias can be reversed, but scarring alopecias cause permanent hair loss.
Men with both baldness and scalp psoriasis often don't have psoriasis on bald spots.
November 2010 in “Clin-Alert” Monitoring for adverse effects in clinical treatments is crucial.
June 2006 in “Almustansiriya journal of pharmaceutical sciences/Al-Mustansiriyah journal of pharmaceutical sciences” Melatonin may help reduce the needed dose of prednisolone and improve hair growth in alopecia areata patients.
July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Treating psoriasis with UVB light three times a week is faster than twice a week, and certain medications and lifestyle factors affect psoriasis treatment outcomes.
July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Stopping certain drugs can improve skin conditions, arsenicosis affects over half of a Bangladeshi village, males are more vulnerable, and certain treatments are effective for warts, acne, and psoriasis. Smoking and drinking are linked to psoriasis in men, a cream helps with a type of skin cancer, and low iron levels don't directly cause chronic hair loss in women.
January 2003 in “Steinkopff eBooks” Alopecia Areata is a hair loss condition affecting all genders, often linked to other diseases, with treatments available but varying success rates.
July 1997 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Finasteride significantly increases scalp hair and prevents hair loss in young and middle-aged men.
December 2017 in “Springer eBooks” Treat pediatric skin issues with accurate diagnosis, multidisciplinary team, and various treatment options.
May 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Finasteride and SSRIs together increase impotence and low libido risk in men.
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April 2014 in “Nature Reviews Immunology” The document concludes that understanding how the skin's immune system and inflammation work is complex and requires more research to improve treatments for skin diseases.
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January 2002 in “Journal of drug targeting” Drugs penetrate scalp skin better than abdominal skin, with scalp hair follicles aiding in higher drug delivery.
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May 2010 in “Development” Compartmentalized organization might be crucial for stem cells to effectively respond to growth or injury.
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September 2013 in “Oncologist” Endocrine therapies for cancer significantly increase the risk of hair loss.
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November 2012 in “Wound repair and regeneration” Nude mice with grafted human skin developed scars similar to human hypertrophic scars.
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February 2012 in “Oncology Reports” Sorafenib helps some advanced cancers alone or with other treatments, but not all, and research continues to improve its use.
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January 2005 in “Dermatology” Hair problems can be caused by genetics or the environment, and treatment should focus on the cause and reducing hair damage.
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November 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Severe COVID-19 may cause hair loss, and doctors recommend supplements and topical treatments to manage it.
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January 2004 in “European journal of oncology nursing” Capecitabine is as effective as intravenous treatments with fewer side effects, but requires careful management of Hand-foot syndrome and patient education.
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February 2019 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Trichoscopy is useful for diagnosing and monitoring systemic lupus erythematosus, with certain hair and scalp changes indicating more active disease.
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October 2015 in “Dermatology” Dapsone improved pustular psoriasis in patients who didn't respond to other treatments and is considered a well-tolerated option.
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December 2011 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Propranolol is effective and safe for treating infantile hemangioma, but more research is needed for dosing and monitoring guidelines.
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May 2022 in “Cell discovery” The study found new details about human hair growth and suggests that preventing a specific biological pathway could potentially treat hair graying.
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October 2010 in “Pharmacogenomics” Researchers found that most genes affecting drug responses are not fully covered by commercial SNP chips, suggesting the need for more comprehensive tools to optimize drug selection based on genetics.
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December 2002 in “Archives of Dermatology” Sweet syndrome can be the only sign of hairy cell leukemia relapse.