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Cutaneous lupus patients have higher levels of certain immune cells in their blood and skin.

Distinguishing drug-induced lupus from systemic lupus is challenging and requires careful monitoring.

Selective immunotherapies like anifrolumab and belimumab are more effective for treating systemic lupus erythematosus than traditional drugs.

Relatives of lupus patients show signs of immune system activity but not full-blown lupus.

Non-itchy rashes can indicate serious diseases like lupus.

Early recognition and management of connective tissue diseases like lupus are crucial in young patients.

Monitor for early signs of myelosuppression, like hair loss, in patients on azathioprine to manage side effects.

Dermoscopy helps diagnose and monitor treatment for hair loss from scarring conditions like discoid lupus and lichen planopilaris.

NKG2D gene polymorphism doesn't affect SLE risk but may influence symptoms like rash and hair loss.

In Germany, alopecia areata is common and often occurs with skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis, affecting women slightly more and varying by region.

Lupus patients on TikTok feel isolated, face medical gaslighting, and prefer non-drug treatments.

The document concludes that alopecia has various forms, each with specific treatments, but no definitive cure for certain types like CCCA has been proven.

A 17-year-old girl with lupus had vocal cord paralysis but improved with treatment.

Most patients with blistering skin disorders in South India had bullous pemphigoid and often had other conditions like hypertension and diabetes.

Special and immunohistochemical stains are not routinely needed for diagnosing hair disorders.

The study found that sweat glands normally suppress immune responses, but this is disrupted in certain skin diseases, possibly contributing to their development.

Pseudopelade of Brocq is hard to diagnose and treat, with limited effective options.

The authors agree more research with proper control groups is needed to understand hair loss.

Hair loss can be caused by stress, infections, drugs, and various diseases, with treatment depending on accurate diagnosis.

A risk prediction model can help diagnose systemic lupus erythematosus earlier in primary care.

A girl with lupus had unusually long and thick eyelashes, a rare symptom of her condition.

Intralesional steroid therapy is useful for treating various skin conditions.

Most patients with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus experience fatigue, skin issues, and joint pain.

Some skin conditions may increase the risk of heart disease, and understanding their connection could lead to better treatments.

Quick treatment of hair disorders in teenage girls is important because of the emotional effects.

The document concludes that while some hair and scalp disorders can be treated, hair loss from destroyed follicles is permanent, and damaged hair can only regrow naturally.

A young woman with lupus developed tuberculosis due to weakened immunity from her medication, showing the need for better TB screening in such patients.

The document suggests simplifying alopecia diagnosis and improving techniques for better accuracy.

Chronic cutaneous lupus erythematosus causes scarring, hair loss, and skin discoloration, especially on sun-exposed areas.

Both patients and physicians are often dissatisfied with the control of systemic lupus erythematosus and lupus nephritis.