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This article summarizes dermatologic adverse events in patients treated with afatinib in clinical trials and discusses strategies for managing these side effects, without providing new clinical results.

This review explores the efficacy and outcomes of using JAK inhibitors for treating alopecia areata, noting advancements in understanding the disease's pathomechanisms and suggesting that JAK inhibitors may offer targeted therapeutic benefits by blocking specific inflammatory pathways involved in this chronic condition.

This study recommends limiting routine thyroid function screening to children with alopecia areata who have medical histories of Down syndrome, atopy, or family histories of thyroid disease.

In this descriptive study, researchers assessed the most common short-term side effects of anthracycline and taxane-based chemotherapy in 122 Moroccan women with localized breast cancer, documenting frequent systemic, gastrointestinal, dermatological, neurological, musculoskeletal, and ocular toxicities.

This observational study using NHANES data from 2011 to 2020 found that the use of hair, skin, and nails supplements almost doubled, particularly among younger, female, Black, and Hispanic/Latino individuals, despite limited evidence on their efficacy and potential health risks.

This study found that in domestic cats, black hair contained significantly higher cortisol concentrations than white hair, whereas ginger hair showed no significant difference compared to white hair. Additionally, a positive correlation was reported between hair cortisol levels and behavioral issues mentioned by cat owners.

This study reveals that transglutaminase activity is widespread in integumentary structures of mammals and birds, suggesting it plays a significant role in the cornification of hard skin appendages like nails and feathers.

In this study, EC chemotherapy was found to be noninferior to TC in causing grade 3 or 4 neutropenia among HR+/HER2-negative breast cancer patients, but EC was associated with more other adverse events.

This study introduced the Lichen Planus Activity and Damage Index (LiPADI), which effectively assesses the severity and progression of lichen planus, aligning well with other clinical indicators.

This study identifies various nail changes in alopecia areata, which can affect quality of life, and suggests that while spontaneous improvement is possible, further research is needed to refine treatment strategies.

This study in a nine-year-old boy from Lebanon identified a gene mutation (c.1066dup p.(Arg356Profs*16)) associated with a rare inborn error of immunity, characterized by craniosynostosis, jaundice, and several other symptoms, expanding the known genotypic and phenotypic spectrum of this condition.

In this study, researchers examined the prevalence of comorbid conditions among 402 alopecia areata patients, finding that hypothyroidism was notably more frequent in women, while hyperlipidemia was more common in men, with overall thyroid function testing suggested for these patients.

This review discusses the widespread issue of dermatophytosis in humans and animals, particularly noting its prevalence in dogs and cats, but reports no new clinical results.

This review discusses contemporary issues in syphilis diagnosis and management, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and addressing both biomedical and psychosocial aspects, but provides no new clinical results.

This review discusses dermatological issues in llamas, detailing common findings, parasites, and disorders, but reports no new clinical results; it highlights the need for recognizing normal skin variations and discusses potential treatments like zinc therapy for certain conditions.

Women experience various skin issues at different life stages, requiring careful treatment and awareness.

Skin conditions can signal heart issues, highlighting the need for integrated care.

This article reviews pediatric hair growth issues, common causes of hair loss in children, and approaches to diagnosis, but presents no new clinical findings.

Elderly in rural areas have many skin issues needing targeted healthcare.

COVID-19 can cause different skin issues, including rashes and hair loss.

This article discusses the widespread issue of zinc deficiency affecting plant, animal, and human health, and reports no new clinical results; the authors emphasize the need for adequate zinc availability in agriculture and nutrition.

This article reviews clinical issues and dermatologist perspectives on managing periungual lesions in patients undergoing docetaxel chemotherapy, but it reports no new clinical outcomes.

This study discusses how dermatological issues in athletes can arise from or be exacerbated by mechanical trauma, infections, and environmental factors, highlighting the importance of thorough history and examination to differentiate these from other skin conditions.

This review discusses dermatologic issues specific to transgender patients undergoing hormonal therapy and offers guidance for dermatology providers, but does not report new clinical results.

The document discusses various nail and hair disorders and their treatments.

Certain micronutrients may improve hair and nail health, but more research is needed to confirm their benefits.

This study assessed the use of a levered nail trimmer, finding that it may improve ease of nail trimming, enhance personal comfort, and potentially benefit general health and wellness, including reduced injury risk for bald individuals of all ages and backgrounds.

This study reviews the use and benefits of herbal cosmetics in addressing common hair issues like baldness, hair fall, and dandruff, highlighting that herbal products may offer fewer side effects than conventional beauty products.

Terbinafine is the most effective medicine for fungal nail infections, especially for diabetics and those with weak immune systems.

Most patients with Tuberous sclerosis had neurological or skin issues, and over half had psychiatric problems.