62 citations
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June 2011 in “Lupus” This study found that male patients with systemic lupus erythematosus had a higher prevalence of certain complications like thromboses and nephropathy than female patients, suggesting gender influences the disease's clinical expression.
53 citations
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December 2015 in “JAMA Dermatology” This study found that hirsutism and acanthosis nigricans are the most reliable skin markers for diagnosing polycystic ovary syndrome in women and suggest a need for further evaluation of possible metabolic issues.
46 citations
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June 1992 in “Arthritis & Rheumatism” This study found that the use of hair dyes and hair permanents is not associated with the development or severity of systemic lupus erythematosus.
44 citations
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October 2020 in “Arthritis Care & Research” This review summarizes various indices used to assess disease activity and damage in systemic lupus erythematosus, highlighting challenges in universal consensus and their practical applications in research and clinical settings.
37 citations
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November 1995 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found that topical finasteride and flutamide both significantly reduced sebaceous gland growth and decreased prostatic weights in hamsters, indicating systemic effects despite local application.
33 citations
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January 2001 in “Critical care clinics” This article reviews the roles and synthesis of essential long-chain fatty acids in the body and reports no new research findings; it emphasizes the importance of dietary sources for these lipids.
32 citations
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September 1989 in “Medical Clinics of North America” This review describes the types of skin lesions associated with systemic lupus erythematosus, discussing their histopathological features, serologic associations, pathogenesis, and prognostic implications.
27 citations
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September 2017 in “Acta dermato-venereologica” In this study, low grade inflammation was associated with skin conditions like atopic eczema, onychomycosis, and rosacea in an adult Finnish population.
24 citations
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July 1987 in “Dermatologic Clinics” This article reviews various causes of hair loss linked to systemic factors, noting that careful history and examination can lead to accurate diagnosis, but reports no new clinical results.
23 citations
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April 2021 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This case report documented a 25-year-old female patient presenting with systemic lupus erythematosus coinciding with a COVID-19 infection, suggesting a possible link between the two conditions.
23 citations
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January 2017 in “Current Rheumatology Reports” This study found that adipocytes in the interfacial white adipose tissue adjacent to fibrotic lesions in systemic sclerosis show unique phenotypes and contribute to the condition's pathogenesis.
21 citations
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August 2011 in “Clinics in Dermatology” This review discusses skin signs that can indicate systemic diseases and provides no new clinical results; it aims to aid physicians in diagnosing these conditions.
19 citations
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March 2011 in “Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology” Some chemicals absorbed through the skin can cause serious health problems.
14 citations
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January 2017 in “Annals of Dermatology” In this retrospective study, low-dose methotrexate was observed to be effective and well-tolerated in treating recalcitrant alopecia areata multiplex, achieving complete or near-complete hair regrowth in about 90% of patients despite some experiencing elevated liver enzymes and gastrointestinal discomfort.
11 citations
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September 2022 in “The Journal of Rheumatology” This article discusses the classification and significance of cutaneous manifestations in systemic lupus erythematosus, emphasizing the importance of recognizing these skin features for disease management, but reports no new clinical results.
11 citations
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September 2021 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” This article reviews how skin manifestations can aid in diagnosing various systemic diseases, focusing primarily on their association with rheumatologic conditions while also addressing vascular, granulomatous, and other disease impacts, aiming to provide dermatologists with practical diagnostic insights.
10 citations
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October 2023 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” In this study, the researchers highlighted the availability of new topical and systemic agents with varied mechanisms for treatment, emphasizing that the choice of agent should be tailored to individual needs and the options available in different countries.
10 citations
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August 2012 in “Current Problems in Pediatric and Adolescent Health Care” This review explores hair signs related to nutrition disorders, such as thin and dyspigmented hair, without presenting new clinical findings; the authors highlight unknowns regarding underlying causes.
9 citations
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September 2021 in “Anais brasileiros de dermatologia/Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” This review examines the cutaneous manifestations of systemic diseases, including metabolic, cardiovascular, renal, gastrointestinal, and malignant conditions, as well as updates on skin signs of COVID-19, without presenting new study results.
9 citations
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February 2018 in “Journal of Patient-Reported Outcomes” This study developed two comprehensive patient-reported outcome measures for systemic lupus erythematosus to assess symptom fluctuations and impacts, following FDA guidelines, which may aid in clinical studies and practice.
6 citations
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February 2024 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”
6 citations
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October 1979 in “Chest” This study found that minoxidil significantly reduces systemic blood pressure and vascular resistance in patients with hypertension, but does not alter pulmonary vascular resistance or exacerbate pulmonary hypertension.
5 citations
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November 2023 in “The Journal of Dermatology” This study found that anifrolumab effectively reduced disease activity and allowed for corticosteroid tapering in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus at Kanazawa University Hospital.
4 citations
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January 2014 in “Indian journal of paediatric dermatology” This review discusses the use of methotrexate for pediatric dermatoses and reports increased use in certain conditions like psoriasis, but mainly isolated case reports for others.
4 citations
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May 2008 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Skin problems can indicate different diseases inside the body.
3 citations
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March 2022 in “Medicine” This case report described a patient with unilateral branch retinal artery occlusion due to previously undiagnosed systemic lupus erythematosus, where systemic immunotherapy led to significant visual improvement and resolution of macular edema.
3 citations
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January 2020 in “Acta veterinaria indonesiana” In this case study, a Persian cat with dermatophytosis showed a reduction in skin lesions after being treated with oral itraconazole and topical ketoconazole.
3 citations
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September 2019 in “European Medical Journal” This paper presents a case of scalp sarcoidosis with systemic involvement and notes the importance of dermoscopy in its diagnosis, along with a literature review of 46 alopecia-inducing sarcoidosis cases.
2 citations
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April 2024 in “Dermatology Practical & Conceptual” This study emphasizes the importance of regular dental check-ups for patients undergoing systemic treatments for psoriatic disease, as it helps prevent oral complications associated with these medications. It recommends collaboration between dermatologists and oral health specialists to effectively manage and communicate these risks.
2 citations
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May 2016 in “Oxford University Press eBooks” This article provides guidance on managing systemic lupus erythematosus without presenting new research findings, emphasizing the role of clinical nurse specialists and the importance of lifestyle modifications and appropriate medication regimens.