research Multibacillary Leprosy with Positive Serology Misdiagnosed as Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
A woman was wrongly diagnosed with lupus but actually had leprosy.
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research PA13: A Hair’s Breadth from Misdiagnosis
A 15-year-old boy was correctly diagnosed with a rare skin condition after initially being misdiagnosed.
research Neuropathic Pruritus: An Underrecognized and Often Misdiagnosed and Difficult to Treat Medical Condition
Neuropathic pruritus is a commonly overlooked and wrongly diagnosed type of chronic itching that is hard to treat.
research Keratitis-Ichthyosis-Deafness Syndrome Caused by Missense Mutation in GJB2 Encoding Connexin 26 in a Chinese Patient
A Chinese man with KID syndrome had a new mutation in the GJB2 gene.
research Case-Based Discussion: A Case of Misdiagnosis of Primary Lung Malignancy
A 69-year-old smoker was wrongly diagnosed with lung cancer but actually had a rare lymphatic system disorder.
research Sodium Valproate: Doctor Jekyll and Mister Hyde
Sodium valproate is effective in treating epilepsy, especially in patients who don't respond to other medications.
research Olmsted Syndrome Caused by a Heterozygous p.Gly568Val Missense Mutation in TRPV3 Gene
A specific gene mutation causes Olmsted syndrome.
research Temporal Triangular Alopecia: Report of an African-American Child Misdiagnosed as Refractory Tinea Capitis
A child was initially wrongly diagnosed with a fungal scalp infection but actually had a non-scarring hair loss condition called Temporal Triangular Alopecia.
research Flavonoids and Saponins: What Have We Got or Missed?
More high-quality research is needed to recommend flavonoids and saponins for clinical use.
research Case Report of Schöpf–Schulz–Passarge Syndrome Resulting from a Missense Mutation, p.Arg104Cys, in WNT10A
A new gene mutation caused a man's rare skin condition, Schöpf-Schulz-Passarge syndrome.
research Cyclosporine-Induced Gingival Hyperplasia in a Patient With Lichen Planopilaris: Misfortunes Never Come Singly
A patient's gum problems worsened after using cyclosporine for a scalp condition, but improved with a lower dose.
research Successful Virilization of a PAIS Patient with a Missense Mutation in the Ligand-Binding Domain of the Androgen Receptor Using Combined High-Dose Testosterone and Aromatase Inhibitor
A 12-year-old boy with PAIS successfully developed male characteristics using high-dose testosterone and anastrozole.
research Acne Protection: Measures and Miseries
Acne can be managed with various treatments and requires psychological support due to its emotional impact.
research Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer in Skin of Color: Cases of Mistaken Identity
Non-melanoma skin cancer in darker-skinned people can be misdiagnosed, so doctors need to be more aware to diagnose it correctly and early.
research The Use of Dermoscopy in a Case of Nevus Sebaceous Misdiagnosed and Treated as Cicatricial Alopecia
Dermoscopy helped correctly diagnose a skin condition that was previously misidentified as a different hair loss disease.
research Platelet-Rich Plasma: The Treatment With Multiple Benefits And Much Misconception
Platelet-rich plasma therapy is versatile and popular for various treatments, including anti-aging.
research Androgenetic Alopecia and Metabolic Syndrome: Is Alarin a Missing Link?
Higher alarin levels might link hair loss and metabolic syndrome.
research Signal Transducer and Activator of Transcription 5B Deficiency Due to a Novel Missense Mutation in the Coiled-Coil Domain
A boy's growth and immune problems were caused by a new mutation in the STAT5B gene.
research Clinical and Metabolic Implications of Obesity in Prostate Cancer: Is Testosterone a Missing Link?
Higher BMI and lower testosterone are linked to more aggressive prostate cancer.
research Alopecia Areata: How Not to Miss Satoyoshi Syndrome?
Patients with alopecia areata should be checked for muscle spasms, diarrhea, and ANA to avoid missing Satoyoshi syndrome.
research Testosterone, Sex Hormone-Binding Globulin, and Dehydroepiandrosterone Levels and Cervical Length of Egyptian Women with a History of Recurrent Miscarriages, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, and Without the Conditions at Three Stages of Pregnancy
High DHEA and short cervical length in women with PCOS and recurrent miscarriages may harm pregnancy outcomes.
research Injudicious Use of Topical Steroids: A Misconception in the Treatment of Patients with Acne Vulgaris
Using topical steroids for acne is a bad idea and causes many skin problems.
research Metabolic Syndrome in Androgenetic Alopecia Patients: Is Serum Regulated on Activation, Normal T-Cell Expressed and Secreted the Missing Link?
Possible link between hair loss and metabolic syndrome, with RANTES as a potential clue.
research Lichen Planopilaris in the Androgenetic Alopecia Area: A Pitfall for Hair Transplantation
Misdiagnosis of LPP in AGA patients can cause hair transplant issues.
research Surgery of Kerion: A Nightmare for Nondermatologists
Misdiagnosing kerion as a bacterial infection can lead to unnecessary surgery and permanent hair loss.
research Dysregulated Behavior of Hair Follicle Stem Cells Triggers Alopecia and Provides Potential Therapeutic Targets
Misbehaving hair follicle stem cells can cause hair loss and offer new treatment options.
research Sertoli-Leydig Cell Ovarian Tumor: A Rare Cause of Virilization and Androgenic Alopecia
A rare ovarian tumor caused high testosterone, hair loss, and missed periods, but surgery fixed these issues and led to pregnancy.
research Nonclassical Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia and Pregnancy
Women with nonclassical congenital adrenal hyperplasia may have a higher risk of fertility issues and miscarriages, and should get genetic counseling.
research Topical Corticosteroids Induced Hyperpigmentation: A Case Report
Misusing topical corticosteroids can cause skin darkening and other side effects.
research Eruptive Vellus Hair Cyst: An Uncommon and Underdiagnosed Entity
Eruptive vellus hair cysts are rare and often misdiagnosed, requiring biopsy for accurate diagnosis.