44 citations
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January 1999 in “Dermatology” This article reviews different perspectives on nevus comedonicus, discussing its classification and potential associations with systemic findings, but it reports no new results.
88 citations
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August 2014 in “PLOS genetics” This study found that mice lacking syndecan-1 experienced cold stress and metabolic issues due to reduced intradermal fat, which was restored by thermoneutral housing or rosiglitazone treatment.
15 citations
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January 1971 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Hair can indicate early signs of metabolic disorders, with issues like protein deficiency stopping hair growth.
3 citations
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January 2018 in “International Journal of Advances in Medicine” In this study, the most common skin issues in northern Indian women with PCOS were hirsutism and acne, observed in 83.8% and 59.5% of patients, respectively.
May 2026 in “Sudovo-medična ekspertiza” This study documented three cases of acute thallium poisoning—one involving accidental overdose and two linked to intentional homicide—characterized by neurological and systemic symptoms, and in severe instances, death, underscoring thallium compounds' significant toxicity.
July 2019 in “Reactions Weekly” Two women experienced temporary hair loss and other side effects from imiquimod treatment for cervical issues, which stopped after ending the treatment.
January 2010 in “The Internet Journal of Family Practice” This article reviews the clinical features, incidence, and systemic effects of hypothyroidism across different age groups and reports no new clinical findings.
19 citations
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August 1998 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This review explores the psychological and medical implications of hair loss, suggesting it may indicate a serious systemic disorder, but it does not present new research findings.
June 2017 in “Experimental dermatology” This article, a special issue on hair follicle biology and pathology, reports no new research findings.
August 2025 in “Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association” This systematic review found significant associations between skin disorders like polycystic ovarian syndrome, dermatomyositis, atopic dermatitis, and leprosy with infertility, noting a lack of significant findings for systemic sclerosis.
11 citations
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July 2018 in “AJGP” This article reviews the clinical assessment of female pattern hair loss and discusses up-to-date treatments, highlighting oral minoxidil combined with oral spironolactone as a promising novel therapy. It emphasizes the crucial role of general practitioners in diagnosis, treatment planning, and managing associated psychosocial issues.
2 citations
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August 1987 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” This review discusses skin diseases related to contraceptive use, reporting potential issues with oral contraceptives and infrequent reactions to mechanical or barrier methods without new clinical findings.
August 2025 in “MedComm – Biomaterials and Applications” This review highlights recent advances in liposome-based transdermal drug delivery systems, emphasizing their potential to improve drug penetration for both skin and systemic diseases while discussing the challenges and future directions in this field.
This study found that patients with lupus nephritis experience a greater overall burden than those with systemic lupus erythematosus without nephritis, particularly impacting areas such as family planning, professional life, disease features, medication usage, and quality of life.
This case study describes a young girl with sparse, brittle scalp hair and multiple keratotic papules, but no systemic or familial abnormalities were found.
This review discusses various skin-related conditions affecting hair and nails, highlighting associations with systemic pathologies but reports no new clinical findings.
23 citations
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October 2008 in “Journal of medicinal chemistry” This study suggests that PF-0998425 is an effective androgen receptor antagonist for sebum control and androgenetic alopecia with rapid metabolism reducing the risk of systemic side effects.
7 citations
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July 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This study reported that acne was the most common reason for admission to a dermatology clinic in Turkey during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, with many patients seeking systemic isotretinoin prescriptions.
July 2011 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Dermatologists give better information on pathology forms, hypersensitivity vasculitis is a common skin issue, misdiagnoses can occur, and various skin conditions are linked to loss of elastin or genetic factors.
This study highlights the increasing association between popular diets, unregulated supplements, and various skin disorders, emphasizing the need for clinicians to thoroughly assess dietary histories to manage nutrition-related skin issues effectively.
65 citations
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January 2013 in “Cochrane library” This review found that infliximab, golimumab, and some forms of radiotherapy significantly improved nail psoriasis compared to controls, although they could have serious adverse effects and are not commonly used specifically for nail issues.
16 citations
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May 2013 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” In this study, detailed examinations of alopecic lesions in two female Cronkhite-Canada syndrome patients suggested hair regrowth might occur without systemic corticosteroids if not required for gastrointestinal treatment, and hair loss may begin with anagen-telogen transition.
5 citations
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October 2022 in “Frontiers in Genetics” This study presents the first documented case of a woman with Alström syndrome successfully conceiving and giving birth, highlighting the importance of managing systemic comorbidities during pregnancy.
2 citations
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January 2019 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” This paper summarizes the foundation and proceedings of the first International Congress of SAARCUM, which addressed the growing issue of antifungal therapy failures in South Asia but reports no new research findings.
1 citations
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April 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” A man developed a rare skin condition and drug-induced lupus, highlighting the need for biopsy in diagnosing skin issues caused by sunlight.
September 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this paper, the authors propose that a historical decline in dietary tin intake may contribute to cardiovascular issues and accelerate pattern hair loss by causing copper and zinc depletion, which impairs heart function and scalp circulation.
September 2026 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” In this paper, the authors propose that a major reduction in dietary tin over the past century could be linked to increased cardiovascular issues and androgenetic alopecia, hypothesizing that tin deficiency disrupts heart function and scalp circulation by depleting copper and zinc.
October 2023 in “Indian Journal of Ophthalmology - Case Reports” This report details the clinical presentation of an 18-year-old female with Kallmann syndrome, noting her ocular issues and differences in sexual development. The researchers treated her eye conditions cosmetically with superficial keratectomy and amniotic membrane graft, followed by corneal tattooing and strabismus correction.
October 2022 in “Pakistan Journal of Medicine and Dentistry” This article discusses the skin's role as both a protective barrier and a major source of antioxidants, noting its vulnerability to infections and systemic manifestations, but reports no new clinical findings.
September 2018 in “Value in Health” In this study, medication errors were reported in 6.4% of hospitalized patients in a South Indian teaching hospital, with administration errors being the most common type, and various systemic factors like workload and communication identified as significant contributors.