research A Case of Relapsed Leprosy Successfully Treated With Sparfloxacin
A man's relapsed leprosy was successfully treated with the antibiotic sparfloxacin.
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research Leprosy on the Scalp: A Case Report
A man from Brazil had a rare case of leprosy on his scalp, which improved with treatment.
research Diffuse Alopecia of the Scalp in Borderline-Lepromatous Leprosy in an Indian Patient
A neglected leprosy treatment led to rare scalp hair loss in an Indian woman, which improved with proper medication.
research Borderline Tuberculoid Leprosy of the Scalp Mimicking Alopecia Areata-Vitiligo Overlap Syndrome: A Case Report
A woman's hair loss and skin discoloration were found to be caused by a rare case of leprosy on the scalp, not alopecia-vitiligo overlap.
research Alopecia Leprotica: Its Relationship to Transmission of Leprosy
Leprosy is mainly contracted during infancy or childhood.
research Leprosy and Psoriasis: A Heated Controversy
Leprosy and psoriasis were historically confused, but were finally distinguished as separate diseases in the 1800s.
research Bacillary Load and Reactional States in Leprosy: A Surge in Severity During the COVID Era?
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to more severe cases of Leprosy due to delayed medical care.
research Lucio Phenomenon Mimicking Vasculonecrotic Erythema Nodosum Leprosum: A Case Report
A man with severe leprosy developed painless ulcers and numbness, treated successfully with multiple drugs and vitamins.
research PLAU and SerpinB2 Role in Apoptosis in Leprosy
PLAU and SerpinB2 affect cell death differently in various forms of leprosy and could be targets for new treatments.
research Multibacillary Leprosy with Positive Serology Misdiagnosed as Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
A woman was wrongly diagnosed with lupus but actually had leprosy.
research Erythema Nodosum Leprosum: Immunoglobulin G Subclasses and Complement Activation
The study suggests that complement activation, not immunoglobulins, may be important in erythema nodosum leprosum.
research Dapsone-Induced Erythroderma With Beau's Lines
A woman with leprosy improved after stopping dapsone and getting treatment for a severe skin reaction and nail changes.
research BCG'osis
A three-year-old girl survived a rare serious infection caused by BCG vaccination, which improved after treatment with a leprosy drug.
research Comment on Scalp Neuropathy in Androgenetic Alopecia
Hair loss in men (androgenetic alopecia) is significantly linked to decreased scalp sensitivity, but not temperature sensitivity. More research is needed to confirm this. Comparing this hair loss to leprosy is unsupported and stigmatizing.
research Siddha Medicine: Background, Principles, and Application for Skin Diseases
Siddha medicine uses herbs and minerals to safely treat skin diseases like psoriasis and eczema.
research Nosological Profile of Dermatological Consultations in Brazil
Acne is the most common skin problem in Brazil, with a need for improved dermatological care and health education, especially for the public sector and black-skinned individuals.
research MALDI Imaging Mass Spectrometry of Skin: Aspects of Sample Preparation
MALDI Imaging Mass Spectrometry is a useful method for studying skin conditions, but sample preparation is crucial for accurate results.
research Dr. Shoji Okuda (1886-1962): The Great Pioneer of Punch Graft Hair Transplantation
Dr. Shoji Okuda was a pioneer in hair transplant surgery, but his work was initially overlooked and is now recognized alongside Dr. Norman Orentreich.
research Epithelial Expression of the Hormone Leptin by Bovine Skin
Cattle skin has leptin which might control skin and hair growth.
research Dermoscopy of Skin Infestations and Infections (Entomodermoscopy) – Part I: Dermatozoonoses and Bacterial Infections
Dermoscopy is effective for diagnosing various skin infestations and infections.
research The Melanocyte Photosensory System in Human Skin
Human skin's melanocytes respond to light by changing shape, producing pigments and hormones, which may affect sleep patterns.
research Incidence of Skin Diseases Diagnosed in a Public Institution: Comparison Between 2003 and 2014
More people were diagnosed with certain skin diseases and sexually transmitted diseases in 2014 compared to 2003 in a Brazilian public institution.
research Alopecia as a Systemic Disease
Hair loss can indicate or worsen with systemic diseases, and treating the underlying condition is important.
research The Role of Candidate Pharmacogenetic Variants in Determining Valproic Acid Efficacy, Toxicity, and Concentrations in Patients with Epilepsy
Genetic variants can affect valproic acid's effectiveness, side effects, and levels in epilepsy treatment.
research A Novel Cell Surface Marker for Hair Follicle Dermal Cells Throughout Hair Morphogenesis and Cycling
Researchers found that the Leptin receptor is a consistent marker for hair follicle dermal cells, which may help future hair research.
research Circulation, Sensation, and Hair Growth: A Reply
The document suggests that nerve issues might contribute to hair loss and that testing sensation could predict these nerve problems.
research Feline Dermatology: Comprehensive Overview of Skin Conditions in Cats
The document explains various skin conditions in cats and how to diagnose and treat them.
research Transcriptomic Analysis Reveals Candidate Ligand-Receptor Pairs and Signaling Networks Mediating Intercellular Communication between Hair Matrix Cells and Dermal Papilla Cells from Cashmere Goats
The research identified key molecules that help hair matrix and dermal papilla cells communicate and influence hair growth in cashmere goats.
research Historical Archives: Dermatological Topics and Figures
The document reviews key historical figures and discoveries in dermatology.
research Localized Hypertrichosis in Subsiding Psoriatic Plaques
Healing psoriatic plaques can cause unexpected hair growth.