September 2023 in “Journal of Nepal Paediatric Society” Skin infections and rashes are the most common skin problems in children.
3 citations,
March 2019 in “Contact Dermatitis” Using Indian marking nut sap for hair loss caused a skin rash on a woman's face.
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October 2016 Chemotherapy and radiotherapy can cause skin side effects like rashes, hair loss, and nail changes, which are usually managed with conservative treatments.
September 2015 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Most clinicians follow discharge guidelines, many lupus patients don't use sunscreen regularly, dithranol is effective for psoriasis, biopsy methods should be based on lesion type, voriconazole may raise skin cancer risk, a new scale can help diagnose female hair loss early, and most melanomas may develop from existing moles.
December 2004 in “Medicine” A thorough history and examination are crucial for diagnosing skin diseases, which affect up to a third of people. This includes details about skin lesions, medication, general health, lifestyle, family, and contacts, as well as examining the rash, hair, nails, and mucous membranes. Changes in hair and nails can also indicate other medical and skin disorders.
2 citations,
January 2022 in “JAAD Case Reports” The rash resolved after stopping ponatinib.
October 2015 in “Elsevier eBooks” Aldesleukin can treat certain cancers and increase HIV patient CD4+ counts but often causes severe side effects.
94 citations,
January 2016 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Sensitive skin is often caused by nerve fibers and environmental factors, and can be managed with mild skincare and professional advice.
65 citations,
November 2008 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Phototherapy is effective and well-tolerated for treating childhood psoriasis and pityriasis lichenoides chronica.
64 citations,
January 2004 in “American journal of clinical dermatology” Folliculitis is an inflammation of hair follicles that requires proper diagnosis and treatment based on the specific cause.
59 citations,
July 2015 in “Journal of Immunology” Certain proteins, caspases-1 and -11, are important in the early development of skin inflammation in mice.
43 citations,
July 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” During the COVID-19 pandemic, a clinic in Turkey saw fewer patients but more cases of certain skin conditions, possibly linked to the virus and stress.
42 citations,
April 2012 in “Seminars in Oncology” Targeted cancer therapies often cause skin problems that need careful management to improve patient quality of life and treatment success.
41 citations,
April 2006 in “Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology” Shaving caused a mild, itchy pubic rash with small bumps and crusts.
40 citations,
July 2007 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Systemic glucocorticosteroids are a primary treatment for various skin conditions but require careful management due to potential side effects and relapses.
34 citations,
June 2014 in “The BMJ” Pregnancy can change skin disease severity, with some conditions improving and others worsening, and treatment should balance benefits and fetal safety.
32 citations,
September 1989 in “Medical Clinics of North America” Skin problems are common in lupus, important for diagnosis, and can be triggered by sunlight.
21 citations,
June 2004 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Most skin diseases in Hajjah, Yemen, were dermatitis, infections, and acne, influenced by local socioeconomic and environmental factors.
19 citations,
February 2015 in “Contact dermatitis” Avoiding certain fragrances improved the man's skin condition.
16 citations,
December 2016 in “Skin appendage disorders” Nickel, cobalt, balsam of Peru, fragrance mix, carba mix, and propylene glycol are common allergens causing scalp contact dermatitis.
16 citations,
January 2010 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” Children with HIV often have skin problems that can indicate the severity of their immune system damage.
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November 1970 in “Postgraduate Medical Journal” Some skin diseases and anaemia are related, and treating the skin condition can often improve the anaemia.
6 citations,
February 1974 in “The BMJ” The document concludes that scalp disorders can be treated with hair washing, specific shampoos, medications, and sometimes surgery or hair transplants, but hereditary baldness is untreatable.
4 citations,
March 2009 in “British Journal of Dermatology” The conference highlighted new dermatological treatments and emphasized early intervention and addressing conditions lacking evidence-based treatments.
3 citations,
July 1996 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Cytokines are important for immune responses and treating diseases, but they can cause side effects like fever and skin issues.
1 citations,
February 2020 in “The Journal of clinical investigation/The journal of clinical investigation” Certain cancer drugs interact with skin bacteria to cause acne-like rashes.
1 citations,
January 2000 in “Springer eBooks” Pregnancy can cause various skin changes and diseases, requiring careful treatment to protect the baby.
1 citations,
February 1988 in “The BMJ” The document explains different hair and scalp conditions, including common hair loss after pregnancy or illness, drug-induced hair loss, hereditary excessive hair growth, patterned baldness, autoimmune hair loss, and permanent loss due to skin disease, with generally limited treatment options.
1 citations,
May 2018 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” The symposium highlighted the importance of understanding disease mechanisms for targeted dermatology treatments.
Doctors should consider Netherton syndrome in patients with chronic skin and hair issues to avoid misdiagnosis.