31 citations,
April 2010 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Frontal fibrosing alopecia can cause sudden hair loss on limbs, similar to scalp hair loss.
2 citations,
February 2020 in “Chinese Medical Journal” Undiagnosed lupus can cause severe complications after epidural anesthesia, leading to muscle weakness and potentially death.
11 citations,
January 2009 in “Indian journal of dermatology, venereology, and leprology” DCPA is a chronic skin condition affecting the lower limbs, mainly in men, with unclear causes and treatments that often don't work well.
5 citations,
January 2010 in “The anatomical record” Most dogs have hair whorls on their chest and limbs, with shelter dogs and short-haired dogs having more chest whorls.
21 citations,
December 2006 in “Archives of dermatology” A kidney transplant patient developed pink skin bumps with spiny centers on her face and limbs.
3 citations,
August 2017 in “Clinical case reports” A rare skin condition causes red and dark patches on the face and limbs.
26 citations,
August 2016 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia in men is often missed and can come with symptoms like facial bumps and hair loss on eyebrows and limbs.
7 citations,
August 2016 in “Nursing for Women's Health” To prevent and treat Hair-thread tourniquet syndrome in infants, keep a close eye on their limbs, manage maternal hair loss, and educate parents and healthcare providers.
32 citations,
February 2008 in “Developmental dynamics” Mice without the Sp6 gene have problems developing several body parts, including hair, teeth, limbs, and lungs.
March 2011 in “Journal of clinical and experimental investigations” Thallium poisoning can cause hair loss, skin rashes, and nerve damage, and can be fatal if not correctly diagnosed and treated.
1 citations,
September 2017 in “BMJ” The man has a disease causing skin patches, thickened nerves, and mild muscle weakness.
18 citations,
January 1997 in “British Journal of Dermatology” 5% topical minoxidil can cause severe body hair growth, which disappears after stopping treatment.
January 2020 in “International Journal of PharmTech Research” A man with severe leprosy developed painless ulcers and numbness, treated successfully with multiple drugs and vitamins.
57 citations,
August 1998 in “The journal of small animal practice/Journal of small animal practice” Malassezia-associated dermatitis can cause itching in cats with feline paraneoplastic alopecia.
48 citations,
January 2008 in “European Neurology” Thallium poisoning causes pain, hair loss, and nerve issues, treatable with hemoperfusion and hemodialysis.
37 citations,
January 1989 in “British Journal of Plastic Surgery” Leaving non-absorbable sutures in for 6 months reduces scar stretching and width.
6 citations,
January 2016 in “Skin appendage disorders” A man with rare Lichen Planopilaris lost body hair, not scalp hair, and treatment stopped itching but didn't regrow hair.
3 citations,
May 2018 in “The Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association/Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association” Deslorelin implants successfully treated hair loss in two male Keeshonden dogs.
3 citations,
October 2013 in “International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases” A young woman with severe symptoms of CPAN improved with intensive treatment but needed a leg amputation.
3 citations,
February 2013 in “Actas dermo-sifiliográficas/Actas dermo-sifiliográficas” A 6-year-old boy developed excessive hair growth after taking diazoxide for low blood sugar.
1 citations,
January 2022 in “Skin appendage disorders” DCPA is a chronic skin condition affecting the legs, often misdiagnosed, and needs more research for better understanding and treatment.
May 2024 in “Journal of ayurveda and integrated medical sciences” Amra Beej Majja Churna may help improve Vitamin B12 levels and symptoms in vegans.
Parry Romberg syndrome requires awareness and teamwork in primary care for proper diagnosis and management.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” An elderly woman's upper lip lump, thought to be a mucocele, was actually a rare type of lymphoma usually found on legs, treated successfully with chemotherapy and radiation.
COVID-19 may lead to severe skin necrosis without clear underlying causes, as seen in a diabetic patient who required leg amputation.
May 2019 in “Small Animal Dermatology” The cat had a rare condition linked to cancer, leading to its euthanasia.
February 2018 in “BMJ case reports” An 18-year-old woman was diagnosed with a rare skin condition called Pityriasis rubra pilaris.
March 2017 in “Trichology and cosmetology:” Psoriasis treatment may affect body hair growth, with a complex relationship between skin and hair growth mechanisms.
February 2013 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” A boy with a rare birthmark called verrucous hemangioma needed careful timing for surgery due to its size and depth.
November 2012 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” An 86-year-old man had a rare tongue melanoma but refused treatment, showing the need for early cancer detection and treatment.