532 citations,
August 2011 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Vitiligo is a skin condition causing white spots, more common in women, often starts before age 20, and can affect mental health.
63 citations,
March 1998 in “Archives of Dermatology” Antidepressants may improve or resolve scalp dysesthesia in most patients.
44 citations,
January 2002 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Skin reactions to antidepressants are common but usually not serious and can be treated.
24 citations,
March 2015 in “Best Practice & Research in Clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecology” Some skin conditions are common during pregnancy and can be safely treated without affecting the pregnancy outcome.
16 citations,
January 2013 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” New treatments and early diagnosis methods for permanent hair loss due to scar tissue are important for managing its psychological effects.
15 citations,
December 2018 in “International journal of environmental research and public health/International journal of environmental research and public health” EGCG may help treat alopecia areata by blocking certain immune responses and reducing specific harmful immune cells.
2 citations,
March 2022 in “Indian Journal of Psychiatry/Indian journal of psychiatry” The conclusion is that careful management of both psychiatric and skin conditions is crucial for HIV patients, using medication and interdisciplinary approaches.
January 2024 in “Annals of Dermatology” Female pattern hair loss greatly affects women's quality of life, causing mild depression and anxiety, and increases medical expenses.
July 2023 in “IntechOpen eBooks” New treatments for alopecia areata show promise, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness.
Modern skin cancer treatments can cause skin side effects and hair loss, affecting patients' quality of life.
November 2010 in “Value in Health” Cataract surgery guidelines vary across Europe, and generic finasteride sales for hair loss have grown due to pill splitting.
July 1997 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Finasteride significantly increases scalp hair and prevents hair loss in young and middle-aged men.
98 citations,
December 2008 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Prolactin affects hair growth and skin conditions, and could be a target for new skin disease treatments.
64 citations,
January 2002 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Some patients taking antipsychotic medications experience skin reactions, ranging from mild to severe.
41 citations,
September 1991 in “Medical hypotheses” Prolactin may be important for skin growth and immune function.
10 citations,
May 2018 in “Nutrition and Cancer” Certain spices may help prevent and treat skin cancer, but more human trials are needed.
January 2023 in “Annals of dermatology/Annals of Dermatology” A substance called miR-1246 may help treat severe hair loss by reducing certain immune cell activities.
59 citations,
February 2003 in “Veterinary Dermatology” Cyclosporin is effective for treating skin conditions in small animals, but requires careful dosing and monitoring for side effects.
38 citations,
April 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Many skin patients have mental health issues, but few dermatologists are well-versed in treating these conditions.
15 citations,
January 2023 in “Antioxidants” Oxidative stress plays a significant role in alopecia areata, and new treatments may include JAK inhibitors and antioxidants.
9 citations,
January 2005 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Fox Fordyce disease can occur in prepubertal girls and may be underdiagnosed.
6 citations,
July 2019 in “Experimental Dermatology” Skin can produce blood cells, often due to disease, which might lead to new treatments for skin and blood conditions.
6 citations,
January 2011 in “Springer eBooks” Nutrition is important for skin health, and changing diet can help prevent and treat skin diseases.
3 citations,
January 2015 in “Nasza Dermatologia Online” Some treatments for autoimmune hair loss work, but JAK inhibitors like tofacitinib are promising for regrowth.
1 citations,
May 2024 in “Pharmaceutics” Hemp is a promising ingredient for skin products due to its healing and soothing properties.
April 2023 in “IP Indian journal of clinical and experimental dermatology” Lichen planus is a chronic autoimmune disease that is hard to treat and more common in women.
January 2017 in “Clinical approaches and procedures in cosmetic dermatology” Certain nutrients can improve skin health and treat skin problems safely.
26 citations,
October 2007 in “Experimental Dermatology” L-Carnitine-L-tartrate may help hair grow and prevent hair loss.
23 citations,
April 2018 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Permanent hair loss from cicatricial alopecia is treated by reducing inflammation and managing symptoms, but regrowth in scarred areas is unlikely.
3 citations,
April 2022 in “Farmacia” Certain foods and supplements can help treat skin diseases alongside medication.