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 Alopecia Leprotica: Its Relationship to Transmission of Leprosy
Leprosy is mainly contracted during infancy or childhood.
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 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 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 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 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 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 Dermoscopy of Skin Infestations and Infections (Entomodermoscopy) – Part I: Dermatozoonoses and Bacterial Infections
Dermoscopy is effective for diagnosing various skin infestations and infections.
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 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 Alopecia as a Systemic Disease
Hair loss can indicate or worsen with systemic diseases, and treating the underlying condition is important.
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 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 Meetings, Transactions, and Society News
Two major dermatology conferences were held in 2006, focusing on skin immunity and various skin diseases.
research Zinc Therapy in Dermatology: A Review
Zinc is effective for treating various skin conditions, including warts and acne.
research Profile of Dermatological Consultations in Brazil (2018)
In Brazil in 2018, the most common skin issues were acne, photoaging, and nonmelanoma skin cancer, with treatments often including topical medications and sunscreen.
research Genome-Wide Association Study of Skin Complex Diseases
Genetic variants linked to ten skin diseases were found, showing both immune and non-immune factors play a role.
research Disease Versus Disease: How One Disease May Ameliorate Another
Some diseases can improve the outcomes of other diseases, leading to new treatment possibilities.
research Early Leonine Facies with Alopecia in a Young Man
A young man was diagnosed with trichoepitheliomas, causing thick skin and hair loss.