7 citations,
July 2013 in “InTech eBooks” Oral lichen planus is a chronic disease causing mouth discomfort and sometimes needs immunosuppressive treatment.
24 citations,
July 2011 in “PubMed” Thyroid hormones affect skin texture, hair and nail growth, and can cause skin diseases related to thyroid problems.
17 citations,
July 2014 in “Our Dermatology Online” Older adults have a wide range of skin conditions, with dry skin being very common and many also experiencing skin growths, itching, and infections.
11 citations,
January 2017 in “Dermato-endocrinology” Skin and nail problems like hair loss, dry skin, and fungal infections are common in people with long-term Type 2 Diabetes and can be prevented with good blood sugar control and foot care.
7 citations,
January 2012 in “Dermatology” Most hospitalized internal medicine patients have undiagnosed skin problems and want them treated.
2 citations,
September 2014 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences” Most HIV patients in the study showed skin and mucous membrane issues, with oral thrush being the most common.
December 2023 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” An 8-year-old Saudi boy was diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder causing hair loss, skin issues, and light sensitivity.
January 2018 in “Surgical and Cosmetic Dermatology” The document's conclusion cannot be provided because the text is not in a processable format.
New cancer drugs can cause skin side effects like rashes, dry skin, hair changes, and nail problems.
Media coverage led to more dermatologists prescribing low-dose oral minoxidil for hair loss.
1 citations,
March 2010 in “CRC Press eBooks” Some hair care products may improve hair growth and appearance, and botanicals can also help remove unwanted hair.
1 citations,
January 1980 in “Archives of Dermatology” Syphilis chancres can be atypical, and fiber implantation for baldness is risky and often fails.
September 1997 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Adults can develop late-onset loose anagen syndrome, which may often be misdiagnosed.
September 1997 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Hirsute women with ovarian-sourced hirsutism are more likely to have irregular periods, with higher BMI and altered hormone ratios.
September 1997 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” People with acne have more CD4+ immune cells in their skin than healthy people.
September 1997 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Alopecia linked to higher anxiety and personality disorders.
September 1997 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Hormonal differences affect male pattern baldness.
2 citations,
September 1997 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Topical spironolactone effectively treats hair loss in women.
September 1997 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” The document concludes that treatments like oral anti-androgens, minoxidil, and topical spironolactone can be effective for hair loss in men and women.
September 1997 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Topical spironolactone effectively treats hair loss in women.
2 citations,
December 2004 in “Medicine” Different hair and scalp disorders cause hair loss or excess hair growth, with various treatments available depending on the specific condition.
89 citations,
October 1996 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Alopecia areata is likely caused by a combination of genetic factors and immune system dysfunction, and may represent different diseases with various causes.
78 citations,
January 2017 in “Skin appendage disorders” Biotin supplements may improve hair and nail growth in people with certain deficiencies or conditions, but there's not enough evidence to recommend it for healthy individuals.
53 citations,
January 2014 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Microneedling combined with triamcinolone can safely stimulate faster hair regrowth in people with Alopecia Areata.
7 citations,
May 2014 in “Clinical practice” Cooling the scalp may prevent hair loss from chemotherapy, hair often grows back after treatment, and nail issues usually improve after stopping the drug.
January 2018 in “Springer eBooks” Cancer treatments targeting specific cells often cause skin, hair, and nail problems, affecting patients' lives and requiring careful management.
February 2015 in “Current Opinion in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Obesity” 109 citations,
May 2011 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Alopecia areata is a type of hair loss that can lead to complete baldness, often associated with other autoimmune conditions, and half of the cases may see hair return within a year.
73 citations,
March 2010 in “Food and Chemical Toxicology” Zizyphus jujuba essential oil can promote hair growth.
55 citations,
November 2004 in “Expert opinion on drug safety” Chemotherapy often causes hair loss, nail changes, and mouth issues, but these are usually manageable.