86 citations,
April 2009 in “Journal of anatomy” Hard skin features like scales, feathers, and hair evolved through specific protein changes in different animal groups.
28 citations,
February 1999 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Urokinase, a type of protein, helps skin cells multiply faster, especially in newborn mice.
15 citations,
July 2004 in “Journal of morphology” Monotreme hair structure and protein distribution are similar to other mammals, but their inner root sheath cornifies differently, suggesting a unique evolution from reptile skin.
15 citations,
January 2003 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” Cold air and a chilled sapphire window both protect the skin during laser treatments, and work better with water or gel, especially for darker skin.
1 citations,
February 2004 Skin diseases are common and can significantly affect people's lives; better outcome measures and ethical clinical trials are needed to improve dermatology care.
April 2024 in “Exploratory Animal and Medical Research” Sarcoptes mites cause severe skin issues in dogs, which can be fatal if untreated.
May 1993 in “Current problems in dermatology” Skin symptoms are important for diagnosing infections in children.
October 2023 in “Journal of Medicine, University of Santo Tomas (JMUST Online)” Elderly patients frequently suffer from skin conditions, especially inflammatory ones, highlighting the need for better healthcare.
467 citations,
May 1999 in “Molecular Cell” Activating c-Myc in skin causes rapid cell growth and changes, but these effects are reversible.
74 citations,
September 1980 in “Medical Clinics of North America” Toxic epidermal necrolysis is a severe skin condition often caused by drugs, with complex treatment and a high risk of death, but survivors usually heal without scars.
31 citations,
October 2013 in “Psychosomatics” Psychotropic medications can cause skin reactions, including severe conditions like SJS and TEN, and it's important for psychiatrists to recognize and manage these side effects.
16 citations,
July 1996 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Some psychiatric drugs can cause skin problems, but serious reactions are rare.
12 citations,
August 2022 in “Biochemical Journal” Different types of cell death affect skin health and inflammation, and understanding them could improve treatments for skin diseases.
January 2017 in “Springer eBooks” The document explains various skin conditions and their treatments.
53 citations,
November 1992 in “Mayo Clinic Proceedings” HIV can cause unusual and severe skin problems that are hard to treat.
52 citations,
June 1981 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Oral retinoids are effective for severe skin conditions but require careful use due to side effects.
48 citations,
November 1992 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Toxic epidermal necrolysis is a severe skin reaction often linked to drugs, requiring careful medication use and supportive care.
Early identification of lupus through skin signs and blood tests is crucial in India.
25 citations,
July 1991 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis is a rare, serious skin condition that can affect anyone, is more common in women, and may be linked to genetics, with a 20% mortality rate mainly due to sepsis.
33 citations,
October 2014 in “Veterinary Dermatology” Epidermolysis bullosa is a genetic disease causing fragile skin and blisters in both animals and humans.
178 citations,
August 2016 in “Advances in wound care” New effective scar treatments are urgently needed due to the current options' limited success.
129 citations,
November 2005 in “Internal Medicine Journal” Early detection and intensive treatment of diseases caused by Staphylococcus aureus toxins are crucial for reducing severe health effects.
49 citations,
June 2009 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” The cosmetic industry should adapt to the varied beauty standards of ethnic groups and offer specialized treatments.
27 citations,
June 2015 in “Revista Brasileira de Farmacognosia” Safflower has been used in traditional medicine for centuries and shows promise in treating heart, brain, and inflammatory conditions, but more research is needed to ensure its safety.
12 citations,
January 1984 in “Clinics in Dermatology” The document concludes that syphilis has varied symptoms that are often missed, making clinical awareness crucial for diagnosis.
6 citations,
May 2022 in “Pharmaceutics” Zinc pyrithione dissolves quickly on the skin and in hair follicles, especially in smaller particles.
August 2021 in “Indian dermatology online journal” A young boy with a rare skin and nail condition improved significantly with simple topical treatments.
June 2018 in “Acta Scientiae Veterinariae” Tailored treatment plans are crucial for managing canine dermatomyositis-like disease.
44 citations,
December 1991 in “Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences” EGF and FGF help hair growth by affecting cell differentiation and fiber growth.
22 citations,
June 1980 in “International Journal of Dermatology” The document concludes that correct diagnosis of alopecia types is crucial, scalp biopsies are important, and more research is needed.