research Follow-Up of Adverse Drug Reactions from Peginterferon Alfa-2b—Ribavirin Therapy
Peginterferon alfa-2b and ribavirin therapy for hepatitis C can cause serious side effects, some different from those reported in clinical trials.
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research Drug-Induced Postinfantile Giant Cell Hepatitis
Certain liver diseases respond well to specific treatments and have varying risks for liver cancer.
research Cutaneous Reactions in Patients with Chronic Hepatitis C Treated with Peginterferon and Ribavirin
Some patients treated with peginterferon and ribavirin for chronic hepatitis C had mild to moderate skin reactions, but treatment did not need to be stopped.
research Bullous Lesions at Polyethylene Glycol Interferon-Alpha-2a Inoculation Site in a Hepatitis C Virus-Infected Subject
A patient developed a blister at the injection site after hepatitis C treatment.
research Advances in Nucleoside Monophosphate Prodrugs as Anti-HCV Agents
New treatments for Hepatitis C show promise but need more research to confirm their safety and effectiveness for clinical use.
research Lichen Planus and Other Cutaneous Manifestations in Chronic Hepatitis C: Pre- and Post-Interferon-Based Treatment Prevalence in a Cohort from a Low Hepatitis C Virus Endemic Area
Skin problems like itching, dry skin, and hair loss are more common in hepatitis C patients after interferon treatment, but lichen planus is not linked to the infection.
research Pegylated-Interferon-Alpha 2a in Clinical Practice: How to Manage Patients Suffering from Side Effects
Manage side effects of hepatitis C treatment with dose changes and medications, which may improve patient adherence and treatment success.
research Drug Repositioning: New Opportunities for Older Drugs
Finding new uses for existing drugs is promising and can lead to safer, more effective medicines.
research A Review of Adverse Cutaneous Drug Reactions Resulting from the Use of Interferon and Ribavirin
Interferon and ribavirin can cause serious skin reactions and other health issues.
research Off-Label Uses of Retinoids in Dermatology
Retinoids are effective for various skin conditions and hair loss but have serious side effects, so low doses are recommended.
research Reversible Alopecia Universalis Secondary to PEG-Interferon Alpha-2b and Ribavirin Combination Therapy in a Patient with Chronic Hepatitis C Virus Infection
A woman's total hair loss from hepatitis C treatment grew back after stopping the medication.
research Tumor Regression Predicts Higher Risk of Sentinel Node Involvement in Thin Cutaneous Melanomas
Shrinking skin cancer increases the chance of cancer in nearby lymph nodes.
research Skin Diseases Associated With Hepatitis C Virus: Facts and Controversies
Hepatitis C virus can cause skin diseases and dermatologists play a crucial role in identifying these conditions.
research Alopecia Universalis Following Interferon Alfa-2b and Ribavirin Treatment for Hepatitis C
A woman lost all her body hair after hepatitis C treatment, but it started to grow back a year after stopping the treatment.
research Cutaneous Necrosis After Injection of Polyethylene Glycol–Modified Interferon Alfa
Some patients receiving pegylated interferon alfa injections developed skin necrosis, requiring treatment adjustments or discontinuation.
research Reversible Alopecia Universalis During Treatment with PEG-Interferon and Ribavirin for Chronic Hepatitis C
Some patients may experience temporary total hair loss from hepatitis C treatment with PEG-interferon and ribavirin.
research Alopecia Universalis After Discontinuation of Pegylated Interferon and Ribavirin Combination Therapy for Hepatitis C: A Case Report
A man lost all his hair after stopping hepatitis C treatment and it didn't grow back.
research Alopecia Universalis as a Side Effect of Pegylated Interferon α-Ribavirin Combination Therapy for Hepatitis C: A Rare Case Report
A man lost all his hair as a rare side effect after hepatitis C treatment.
research Irreversible Alopecia Universalis During Treatment With Pegylated Interferon-Ribavirin for Chronic Hepatitis C Virus Infection: Case Report and Literature Review
A man lost all his hair permanently after hepatitis C treatment, a side effect not seen before.
research Hepatitis C Treatment and Alopecia Totalis
Hepatitis C treatment may trigger complete hair loss, especially in those with a history of patchy hair loss, but hair usually grows back within a year.
research Alopecia Universalis Successfully Treated With Adalimumab
A woman with severe hair loss was successfully treated with the drug adalimumab.
research Dermatological Manifestations Associated with COVID-19: A Comprehensive Review of the Current Knowledge
COVID-19 can cause various skin issues, including rashes and hair loss, which usually heal on their own and don't always indicate severe illness.
research Chemically Induced Hair Loss/Alopecia
Some chemicals and drugs can cause hair loss, which usually grows back after stopping the treatment.
research Index
Chemotherapy can cause skin issues and hair loss, and this guide explains how to manage them.
research Repurposing Existing Drugs for COVID-19: An Endocrinology Perspective
Existing drug dexamethasone may lower death risk in severe COVID-19 cases; more research needed for other drugs.
research The Influence of Interferon on Healthy and Diseased Skin
Type I interferons play a key role in the development of various skin diseases.
research Alopecia Associated With Treatment With Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)
SSRIs can cause hair loss, especially sertraline, with higher risk in women.
research Zinc: A Complementary Factor in the Treatment of Chronic Hepatitis C?
Zinc supplementation may help improve treatment outcomes for chronic hepatitis C.
research Clinical Characterization of Men with Long QT Syndrome and Torsades de Pointes Associated with Hypogonadism: A Review and Pharmacovigilance Study
Low testosterone in men is a risk factor for a specific heart rhythm issue, and testosterone treatment may help prevent it.
research Exacerbation of Alopecia Areata During Pegylated Interferon Alpha-2b and Ribavirin Therapy, Possibly Due to the Collapse of Hair Follicle Immune Privilege
A woman's hair loss worsened after starting hepatitis C treatment due to immune changes in her hair follicles.