15 citations,
September 1984 in “Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice” The document explains various skin conditions in cats and how to diagnose and treat them.
1 citations,
December 2019 in “The Professional Medical Journal” Celiac disease patients often have psoriasis, dermatitis herpetiformis, and alopecia areata, but rarely vitiligo.
306 citations,
April 2019 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” The skin has a complex immune system that is essential for protection and healing, requiring more research for better wound treatment.
5 citations,
October 2018 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Skin problems are common after stem cell transplants, and early treatment by dermatologists can improve patient outcomes.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Hydroxychloroquine may cause false results in tuberculosis tests for patients with autoimmune skin diseases.
42 citations,
October 2011 in “Seminars in Cell & Developmental Biology” Eph/ephrin signaling is important for skin cell behavior and could be targeted to treat skin diseases.
6 citations,
September 2014 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Asylum seekers arriving by boat may face skin problems due to harsh conditions, and doctors should use a thorough skin assessment approach to diagnose and treat them effectively.
Recognizing unusual brain and skin symptoms is crucial for diagnosing lupus early.
67 citations,
January 2020 in “Cellular & Molecular Immunology/Cellular & molecular immunology” Tissue-resident memory T cells can protect against infections and cancer but may also contribute to autoimmune diseases.
January 2023 in “Skin appendage disorders” Hair loss is common in autoimmune diseases and can be an early sign of the condition, often requiring prompt treatment to prevent permanent damage.
48 citations,
May 2008 in “Drug Discovery Today: Disease Mechanisms” Hair follicles offer promising targets for delivering drugs to treat hair and skin conditions.
14 citations,
December 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” New therapies for alopecia areata show potential but need more research.
49 citations,
December 2009 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Thyroid function affects skin health, with a complex interaction between the two.
1 citations,
February 2023 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Melatonin, the sleep hormone, can help treat skin conditions like dermatitis, hyperpigmentation, and scalp disorders, and may also aid in skin aging prevention and regeneration. However, it's not recommended for asthma due to its pro-inflammatory effect.
91 citations,
January 2010 in “Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology” NK cells play a role in skin diseases like eczema and psoriasis.
27 citations,
September 2017 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” Adults with certain skin conditions may have higher levels of inflammation in their body.
September 2021 in “Selçuk Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi dergisi” People with chronic Hepatitis C often have skin problems like itching and contact dermatitis, especially older individuals and women.
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.
139 citations,
February 2014 in “Journal of Advanced Research” Vitamin D is important for skin health and may affect conditions like psoriasis and hair loss, but more research is needed to understand its role fully.
January 2024 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Non-biologic immunosuppressive drugs are crucial for treating autoimmune and chronic inflammatory skin diseases.
11 citations,
May 2021 in “Clinical Epidemiology” Vitiligo is underreported in medical claims and is linked to certain skin types and autoimmune diseases.
14 citations,
June 2011 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” An 8-year-old boy had both alopecia areata and vitiligo on the same spot on his scalp, which is very rare.
A teenager had both alopecia areata and vitiligo, which are rare to occur together.
1 citations,
December 2023 in “Molecules/Molecules online/Molecules annual” JAK inhibitors show promise for treating various skin diseases.
16 citations,
October 2020 in “Lipids in Health and Disease” Leptin affects skin and hair health and may worsen some skin conditions, but more research is needed to understand its full impact.
6 citations,
January 2023 in “International journal of molecular sciences” Mast cells and CD8 T cells interact closely in skin diseases, affecting each other's behavior and contributing to conditions like psoriasis and eczema.
5 citations,
December 2016 in “Journal of skin and stem cell” People with cutaneous Lichen Planus are more likely to have Metabolic Syndrome and related conditions like high cholesterol, diabetes, and high blood pressure.
1 citations,
October 2020 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” The summit concluded that new treatments like Jak inhibitors show promise for Alopecia Areata and personalized approaches are needed.
April 2023 in “Dermatologica Sinica” The Pemphigus Disease Area Index and Autoimmune Bullous Skin Disorder Intensity Score are the best tools for assessing pemphigus severity.
59 citations,
June 2022 in “Frontiers in medicine” There are still challenges in diagnosing and treating chronic skin diseases, but there is hope for future improvements.