August 2023 in “The American Journal of Medicine” A young woman with lupus was treated with hydroxychloroquine and prednisone.
November 2024 in “Postępy Biochemii” The article discusses the potential of latanoprost, a synthetic analog of prostaglandin F2α originally used to treat glaucoma, as a treatment for androgenetic alopecia. Latanoprost's side effect of excessive eyelash growth has led to interest in its active metabolite, latanoprost acid, as a promising alternative to minoxidil and finasteride, the only currently registered treatments for this type of hair loss. The development of hair loss treatments containing prostaglandin derivatives, including latanoprost acid, is expected to be faster than traditional drug development processes.
33 citations,
June 2021 in “Dermatologic Therapy” COVID-19 vaccines can trigger autoimmune flares but are still beneficial for patients with autoimmune conditions.
33 citations,
August 2013 in “Lupus” SLE patients in eastern Saudi Arabia have a generally good prognosis despite multi-organ involvement.
17 citations,
July 2013 in “Amino Acids” Increased ODC activity leads to skin tumors by recruiting stem cells, not by toxic byproducts.
16 citations,
April 2016 in “Medicine” Early treatment and regular check-ups are crucial for lupus patients to prevent progression and improve outcomes.
12 citations,
January 2016 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” Hydroxychloroquine is ineffective for treating frontal fibrosing alopecia with lupus erythematosus.
8 citations,
February 2022 in “Frontiers in Medicine” COVID-19 may trigger severe skin flare-ups in people with autoimmune conditions like lupus.
6 citations,
April 2021 in “Frontiers in Immunology” A patient with lupus and long-term hair loss saw significant hair regrowth after using the drug tofacitinib.
5 citations,
September 2020 in “Proceedings - Baylor University. Medical Center” Tofacitinib successfully treated a woman's severe symptoms from a rare autoimmune condition.
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September 2021 in “JCPSP. Journal of the College of Physicians & Surgeons Pakistan” Women with PCOS have thicker parafoveal areas in their retinas, but their macular blood vessel density is normal.
January 2024 in “JEADV clinical practice” The study helps doctors use patient images to understand and apply SALT scores for treating severe alopecia areata.
Tofacitinib may effectively treat hair loss and improve symptoms in autoimmune conditions like alopecia areata and Sjögren's syndrome, but long-term treatment might be necessary.
January 2022 in “International Research Journal of Ayurveda & Yoga” Ayurveda treats PCOS by balancing body elements and using lifestyle changes and herbs.
September 2022 in “Translational Andrology and Urology” Finasteride may cause lasting sexual and mental health issues, and genetic screening could help prevent them.
489 citations,
November 2021 in “Signal Transduction and Targeted Therapy” The JAK/STAT pathway is important in cell processes and disease, and JAK inhibitors are promising for treating related conditions.
227 citations,
November 2004 in “Medicine” Older adults diagnosed with lupus show less severe symptoms but have a lower survival rate, often due to age-related factors.
99 citations,
May 2013 in “Familial cancer” People with Birt-Hogg-Dubé syndrome often have lung problems and delayed diagnosis, and better recognition of CT scan signs could improve diagnosis and management.
77 citations,
March 2004 in “Human Reproduction” Women with irregular periods and/or excessive body hair are more likely to have polycystic ovaries, and this condition is linked to higher health risks.
64 citations,
March 2004 in “Journal of Clinical Investigation” Targeting ornithine decarboxylase can help prevent skin cancer.
38 citations,
May 2017 in “Medical Science Monitor” Myositis in lupus patients is linked to skin rash, hair loss, blood issues, and high disease activity.
29 citations,
June 2020 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Notch signaling disruptions can cause various skin diseases.
26 citations,
February 2016 in “Respiratory Medicine” Auto-antibody testing is a useful but not definitive tool in diagnosing interstitial lung diseases, and using a specific algorithm could make testing more cost-effective.
18 citations,
January 2016 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine Research” A woman with lupus and severe nerve damage improved with specific treatments.
16 citations,
January 2011 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” Most patients with cicatricial alopecias face significant psychological and social challenges due to their hair loss.
15 citations,
April 2016 in “Medicine” SLE patients with Evans syndrome often show blood issues and need careful monitoring and treatment.
14 citations,
January 2014 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Low BMI and cold exposure increase the risk of chilblains.
11 citations,
September 2022 in “The Journal of Rheumatology” Skin problems are common in lupus patients and should be treated early to prevent worsening.
11 citations,
September 2021 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” The conclusion is that early diagnosis of skin signs linked to diseases like Lupus, Dermatomyositis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis is crucial to prevent serious complications.
11 citations,
July 2010 in “Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons” PRP treatments have shown mixed results for healing, and future research should focus on how PRP is used and which type is used.