July 2026 in “Frontiers in Immunology” In this case report, a 28-year-old male with severe atopic dermatitis, prurigo nodularis-like lesions, and alopecia areata showed rapid improvements in skin and hair following treatment with the JAK1 inhibitor, ivarmacitinib, suggesting its potential benefit for complex AD phenotypes with immune-mediated hair loss.
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January 2018 in “PubMed” In this study, applying a biodegradable microneedle patch after topical steroid application significantly increased steroid penetration and improved treatment outcomes in patients with prurigo nodularis compared to the control.
101 citations
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July 2020 in “Dermatologic therapy” This systematic review reports that "COVID toes" and other skin manifestations can be initial signs of COVID-19, and advises immunosuppressive therapy adjustments only for infected or at-risk patients.
September 2022 in “Revista de la Asociación Colombiana de Dermatología y Cirugía Dermatológica” This review discusses mucocutaneous manifestations associated with Covid-19, classifies the lesions, and describes their characteristics and treatments but reports no new clinical findings.
October 2025 in “Dermatology and Therapy” This study reviewed the literature on atopic dermatitis and found a strong connection with several other skin conditions, such as psoriasis and alopecia areata, while highlighting potential treatments like JAK inhibitors and dupilumab that show promise for these comorbidities.
64 citations
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February 1995 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” This report describes a case where hidradenitis suppurativa developed in a patient receiving lithium, adding to the recognized cutaneous side effects like psoriasis, acneiform lesions, and alopecia.
April 2026 in “Expert Opinion on Biological Therapy” This review discusses prurigo nodularis and reports no new results, emphasizing the need for further research into its pathophysiology and treatment options.
September 2022 in “Dermatology and therapy” This review summarizes current evidence on the use of contact immunotherapy, excluding alopecia areata, for various skin diseases, discussing its safety, efficacy, and the underlying mechanisms as reported from studies in the PubMed database.
36 citations
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April 1990 in “Dermatologic Clinics” This review discusses skin changes and dermatoses during pregnancy and reports no clinical findings, emphasizing a need for better understanding of their causes.
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November 2014 in “Psychiatric Clinics of North America” This article reviews stress-related skin reactions, psychodermatology, and neuropsychiatric skin manifestations, and reports no new clinical results.
December 2004 in “Medicine” This review examines different skin conditions during pregnancy, including physiological changes and pregnancy-exclusive dermatoses, and reports no new clinical findings.
26 citations
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June 2012 in “The Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India” This review discusses various skin changes during pregnancy, noting that while most are benign and resolve after childbirth, some may require careful medical management for the safety of the mother and fetus; it reports no new results.
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January 2000 in “Springer eBooks” This review discusses the evaluation of skin conditions during pregnancy and emphasizes the importance of testing for syphilis, but it reports no new clinical results.
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February 2005 in “Autoimmunity Reviews” This article discusses the distinct skin findings associated with lupus erythematosus, noting that some are specific to lupus while others are nonspecific and occur with various diseases; it reports no new results.
2 citations
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January 2022 in “Boletín médico del Hospital infantil de México/Boletín médico del Hospital Infantil de México” This report describes two cases of atypical Malassezia folliculitis in immunosuppressed patients, highlighting diagnostic challenges due to non-classical presentation in non-seborrheic areas.
17 citations
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February 2012 in “Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology” This study found that xerosis and pruritus are prevalent in patients with chronic renal failure undergoing hemodialysis, highlighting the importance of early recognition of skin issues to alleviate discomfort and reduce complications.
April 2023 in “JOJ dermatology & cosmetics” In this study, researchers highlighted the complexity of managing psychocutaneous disorders, emphasizing the need for a multidisciplinary approach involving dermatologists, psychiatrists, family physicians, and social support to address associated psychiatric diagnoses, risk factors like suicide, and ensure effective treatment.
January 2009 in “Springer eBooks” The document concludes that treating skin conditions should include psychological care and a multidisciplinary approach is essential for effective management.
2 citations
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January 2019 in “International Journal of Reproduction Contraception Obstetrics and Gynecology” This study observed high prevalence of community-acquired infections, such as taenia and scabies, causing skin lesions in antenatal women, likely associated with factors like poor hygiene and socioeconomic challenges.
72 citations
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March 2023 in “Biomolecules” This study reviewed the use of dupilumab, beyond its approved indications for atopic dermatitis and prurigo nodularis, and found effective treatment reports for various chronic inflammatory skin diseases such as bullous autoimmune diseases, eczema, and alopecia areata, highlighting its broad potential in dermatology.
291 citations
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January 2014 in “The Scientific World Journal” Lichen Planus is a less common condition affecting skin and mucous membranes, with various types and associated risk factors, challenging to diagnose, significantly impacts life quality, and may have a risk of cancerous changes in oral lesions.
July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” This review discusses various causes and treatments of scalp pruritus, distinguishing between conditions with primary skin lesions and those without, but provides no new clinical results.
August 2024 in “Polo del Conocimiento” This article discusses psoriasis, highlighting its common triggers, such as trauma and infections, and potential treatment options ranging from topical therapies to systemic medications like methotrexate for severe cases.
20 citations
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August 2019 in “Frontiers in immunology” This review discusses the potential of biologics for treating various skin disorders, highlighting positive outcomes in conditions like pityriasis rubra pilaris and lupus, while noting mixed efficacy in others like alopecia areata; it reports no new clinical results.
10 citations
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January 2016 in “Global Dermatology” This study observed that zinc deficiency in humans and mice was associated with diminished allergic contact dermatitis but increased severity and duration of irritant contact dermatitis.
9 citations
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September 2015 in “Medical Clinics of North America” This article reviews common dermatologic procedures, focusing on skin biopsy techniques, with no new clinical results reported.
May 2002 in “British Journal of Dermatology” A pregnant woman's skin condition improved after giving birth, possibly due to high estrogen levels during pregnancy.
11 citations
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September 2021 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” This article reviews how skin manifestations can aid in diagnosing various systemic diseases, focusing primarily on their association with rheumatologic conditions while also addressing vascular, granulomatous, and other disease impacts, aiming to provide dermatologists with practical diagnostic insights.
April 2025 in “JAAD reviews.” This review provides an overview of skin manifestations associated with substance use disorder but reports no new clinical findings; the authors emphasize the importance of dermatological evaluation and multidisciplinary care in managing these cases.
April 2024 in “International journal of molecular sciences” This narrative review discusses the promising role of photobiomodulation in dermatology, emphasizing its non-invasive nature and potential benefits, but acknowledges the need for further research to establish standard protocols.