October 2024 in “Medicine” Cronkhite-Canada syndrome is rare, has a poor prognosis, and requires early diagnosis and ongoing treatment.
25 citations,
July 2013 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Acitretin is effective for severe psoriasis and can be used long-term due to no immunosuppression, but must be carefully monitored for side effects and is not for pregnant women.
4 citations,
November 2016 in “Pediatric Clinics of North America” The document explains the difficulty in diagnosing and treating brain diseases caused by the immune system and stresses the need for quick and accurate tests.
87 citations,
March 2014 in “Biochimica et Biophysica Acta (BBA) - Molecular and Cell Biology of Lipids” Cholesterol sulfate buildup due to a genetic mutation disrupts the skin barrier, leading to the scaling skin seen in X-linked ichthyosis.
34 citations,
October 2011 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Sarcoidosis is more common and severe in Black patients than in Caucasians, requiring early diagnosis and treatment.
50 citations,
January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” Some skin conditions, like psoriasis and early-onset baldness, may indicate metabolic syndrome, and others are linked to diabetes risk and cardiovascular issues.
3 citations,
June 2022 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery” Both endoscopic and pretrichial open forehead lifts effectively elevate eyebrows long-term with high patient satisfaction.
1 citations,
January 2013 in “Springer eBooks” Cosmeceuticals may benefit skin health but need more research for efficacy and safety confirmation.
7 citations,
January 2013 in “Indian dermatology online journal” A rare skin condition with dark, thick, warty patches and some hair loss was found in a newborn boy.
October 2013 in “Journal of the American College of Cardiology” People with non-dipper hypertension have higher aldosterone levels, more strain on their heart's venous system, and increased risk of endothelial dysfunction.
11 citations,
July 2019 in “International journal of women’s dermatology” Certain skin conditions in women are linked to higher risks of metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes due to hormone imbalances.
26 citations,
December 2016 in “Psychiatric Clinics of North America” Testosterone therapy and surgeries like mastectomy improve transgender men's lives and mental health with low risks and high satisfaction.
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.
4 citations,
September 2023 in “Stem cell research & therapy” Special particles from umbilical cord stem cells help heal skin wounds in diabetic mice by preventing certain immune cell death.
29 citations,
April 2004 in “Annals of Pharmacotherapy” Finasteride reduces hirsutism effectively with fewer side effects but is a second-choice treatment due to safety concerns.
27 citations,
September 2000 in “JAMA” The document suggests changing medical education to balance generalists and specialists, focusing on patient needs.
22 citations,
April 2011 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Hair transplants can lead to hair loss from lichen planopilaris, and patients should be tested and wait two years before the procedure.
1 citations,
December 2021 in “Medical Records” The COVID-19 pandemic led to fewer dermatology visits, older and more male patients, and more stress-related skin issues.
1250 citations,
August 2021 in “Scientific Reports” COVID-19 leaves 80% of patients with long-term symptoms like fatigue and headaches.
13 citations,
September 2009 in “Heart & Lung” Kawasaki's disease can occur in adults and should be considered with specific symptoms and high ferritin levels.
Chemotherapy can cause skin issues and hair loss, and this guide explains how to manage them.
November 2024 in “Frontiers in Medicine” Cirrhosis affects quality of life with various symptoms, requiring a holistic, multidisciplinary approach for management.
November 2024 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” The treatment improved hair thickness, shine, and reduced hair loss effectively.
51 citations,
October 1980 in “The New England Journal of Medicine” Minoxidil lowers blood pressure effectively but may cause unwanted hair growth and other side effects.
26 citations,
January 2017 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” Antidepressants might help with skin inflammation and improve conditions like psoriasis and eczema.
March 2021 in “Clin-Alert” The FDA warned about safety issues with remdesivir and tofacitinib, finasteride is linked to suicidality, potent topical corticosteroids increase osteoporosis risk, henna can cause hemolysis in G6PD deficiency, chemotherapeutic agents can cause adverse reactions, drug interactions are common in cancer patients, ketamine can reduce at-risk drinking, high dose of anticholinergics increases dementia risk in Parkinson's patients, and prenatal exposure to second-generation antipsychotics increases pregnancy complications.
January 2017 in “Springer eBooks” The document explains various skin conditions and their treatments.
4 citations,
August 2022 in “Lasers in medical science” Both 1565-nm laser and 1064-nm laser safely and effectively reduce enlarged facial pores, with the 1064-nm laser causing fewer side effects.
January 2018 in “Springer eBooks” Hidradenitis Suppurativa is likely an autoinflammatory disease, and better understanding its causes could improve treatments.
January 2015 in “Elsevier eBooks” Nanocarriers like liposomes and cyclodextrins improve how angiotensin-(1-7) is delivered in the body.