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Psoriasis increases annual healthcare costs by $4,044 per patient, with biologic treatments costing significantly more than phototherapy.

Scalp psoriasis treatments like strong corticosteroids and vitamin D3 analogues are effective, especially when combined.

Use the least toxic, most specific treatments for skin diseases, considering side effects and individual patient needs.

Topical vitamin D is useful for some skin conditions but not effective for others, and more research is needed.

Cellulite may be linked to low adiponectin, isotretinoin with UVB can treat psoriasis effectively, permanent alopecia post-chemotherapy resembles a unique hair loss, deodorants may cause fragrance allergies, desmoplastic melanoma is becoming more common, and intensive UVB treatment can give long-term psoriasis remission.

Vitamin D made by the skin plays a role in immune defense and skin health, and more research is needed to understand its full effects.

Smoking and certain health conditions like thyroid disease may make palmoplantar pustulosis harder to treat.

A patient experienced long-lasting hair loss after using acitretin for psoriasis.

Some systemic treatments work for nail psoriasis but can have serious side effects.

Non-invasive methods show promise for diagnosing skin diseases like psoriasis and lupus but need more research for regular use.

A young woman had a rare skin reaction to a medication for her joint disease, and a combination therapy improved her condition.

Compounded topical preparations should be used with caution for severe psoriasis and generally come after systemic treatments.

Phototherapy can help treat hair loss in alopecia areata.

A new psoriasis lotion called "Psorisbye" improved symptoms in a patient within one week.

A combination of oral cyclosporin and PUVA treatment worked well for a severe skin condition called generalized pustular psoriasis.

Ustekinumab might work for severe psoriasis, but more research is needed to be sure.

Treating psoriasis on the scalp, nails, and skin folds is challenging, often requiring systemic treatments for severe cases, with some success in topical and biologic treatments.

Coal tar shampoos, salicylic acid, and topical corticosteroids are effective for scalp psoriasis, with Vitamin D3 analogues also showing benefits; severe cases may require stronger medication with more risks.

Various treatments exist for alopecia areata, but none are completely satisfactory; choice depends on age, disease extent, and preference.

Various local treatments for alopecia areata show promise, but individualized plans and more research are needed.

Regenerative therapies show promise for treating vitiligo and alopecia areata.

Some alternative medicine treatments might work for skin conditions, but their effectiveness and safety differ a lot.

Anthralin is effective for psoriasis and alopecia with minimal systemic side effects but can irritate the skin.

PDE inhibitors, especially PDE4 inhibitors like apremilast, are effective for certain inflammatory skin conditions but have side effects and can be costly.

Polymeric nanoparticles show promise for treating skin diseases.

Laser and light therapies, especially the 308 nm excimer laser, are effective and safe for treating alopecia areata, but more research is needed.

Janus kinase inhibitors are promising treatments for autoimmune skin diseases like eczema and psoriasis.

The document concludes that proper treatment and management of plaque psoriasis in adolescents can improve their quality of life.

Targeting the skin's endocannabinoid system could help treat skin disorders.

Two patients with psoriasis grew extra hair after using certain psoriasis medications.