research Rare Cutaneous Side Effects of Imiquimod: A Review on Its Mechanisms, Diagnosis, and Management
Imiquimod can cause rare skin side effects, some irreversible, and long-term follow-up is important for users.
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research Treatment of Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Lichen Planopilaris: A Systematic Review
No effective treatment for frontal fibrosing alopecia was found, but oral 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors had the best response; for lichen planopilaris, topical corticosteroids were commonly used but had a high relapse rate.
research New Antifungal Agents and Formulations Against Dermatophytes
New topical antifungals and delivery systems are improving treatment for fungal skin infections, but patient education and prevention are key.
research Combining 308-Monochromatic Excimer Phototherapy with Monthly IM Triamcinolone Acetonide for the Treatment of Resistant Alopecia Totalis
The combination therapy was effective and well-tolerated, especially in young patients.
research Alopecia Universalis in a Child with Good Response to Combination Therapy: A Case Report
A young child with complete hair loss improved significantly with a combination of hair growth treatments and laser therapy.
research Skin Aging and Menopause: Implications for Treatment
Menopause can lead to skin and hair problems due to hormonal changes, but hormone replacement therapy might help slow these effects.
research Psoriasis of the Scalp: Diagnosis and Management
Coal tar shampoos, salicylic acid, and topical corticosteroids are effective for scalp psoriasis, with Vitamin D3 analogues also showing benefits; severe cases may require stronger medication with more risks.
research A Review of Diagnosis and Treatment of Acne in Adult Female Patients
Adult female acne treatment should be personalized, considering individual preferences and pregnancy, using various topical and oral medications while managing side effects and resistance.
research Fractional Laser-Assisted Hair Regrowth and Microneedling for the Treatment of Alopecia Areata: A Review
Fractional lasers and microneedling, combined with topical agents, could potentially treat Alopecia Areata effectively, but more research is needed due to limited data.
research Alopecia Areata: Diagnostic and Therapeutic Recommendations of the Polish Society of Dermatology. Part 2: Treatment
The Polish Society of Dermatology recommends treatments for alopecia areata that vary by severity, including topical and systemic medications, with long-term maintenance important for management.
research Randomized Non-Inferiority Study of Oral Minoxidil (1.25 mg/day) vs. 5% Topical Minoxidil in Treating Female Pattern Hair Loss
Oral minoxidil is as effective and safe as topical minoxidil for treating female pattern hair loss.
research Reporting on Adverse Clinical Events
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.
research Scaly Papular Lesions: Treatment and Clinical Course of Actinic Keratosis
Topical imiquimod is as effective as 5-fluorouracil for treating actinic keratosis, with about a 5% risk of it turning into squamous cell carcinoma.
research Alopecia Totalis: Significant Hair Regrowth with Fluocinolone Acetonide Cream
A woman regrew her hair significantly using a corticosteroid cream with a plastic cover.
research Clinical Pearls in Dermatology 2018
Remove inflamed cysts surgically, avoid topical antibiotics on wounds, treat skin and mouth conditions with specific medications, and address underlying causes of hair loss.
research Pigmented Contact Dermatitis Due to Therapeutic Sensitizer as a Complication of Contact Immunotherapy in Alopecia Areata
Some patients with severe alopecia areata developed skin darkening from their treatment, which may indicate a less effective response to the therapy.
research Topical Immunotherapy of Severe Alopecia Areata with Diphenylcyclopropenone: Experience in an Iranian Population
DPCP is effective for treating severe alopecia areata, but relapse is common.
research Hair Transplantation in the Surgical Treatment of Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia
Hair transplants can effectively treat hair loss from CCCA in African American women if there's no inflammation.
research Topical Treatment for Scarring and Non-Scarring Alopecia: An Overview of the Current Evidence
Minoxidil and finasteride are the best for non-scarring hair loss; more research is needed for scarring hair loss treatments.
research Geographic Tongue in Two Children with Nonpustular Psoriasis
Fox Fordyce disease might be more common in prepubertal girls than thought and can be managed with treatment.
research Innovative Therapeutics in Pediatric Dermatology
New treatments for skin conditions in children include a preferred drug for birthmark reduction, proactive creams for eczema and vitiligo, a safe psoriasis medication, and special tissues and socks for eczema and fungal infections.
research A Randomized Comparative Study of the Efficacy of Topical Latanoprost Versus Topical Betamethasone Dipropionate Lotion in the Treatment of Localized Alopecia Areata
Betamethasone is more effective for hair regrowth than latanoprost but has more side effects.
research Nails and Hair
Hair and nails can help diagnose diseases, with nail issues often linked to skin conditions and hair loss having various causes and treatments.
research Unusual Clinical Manifestations of Chronic Discoid Lupus Erythematosus
A woman with discoid lupus improved with treatment after being misdiagnosed with a different hair loss condition.
research Compounding as a Current Therapeutic Option in Dermatology
Customized medications made through compounding can be beneficial for various skin conditions but require careful regulation and collaboration between doctors and pharmacists.
research Trichodynia: An Update on Definition, Etiopathogenesis, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Trichodynia is a painful scalp condition needing targeted treatments beyond symptom management.
research Combination Use of Triamcinolone Acetonide and Immunotherapy as a New Therapeutic Option in Alopecia Totalis
Combining triamcinolone acetonide and immunotherapy can help regrow hair in some alopecia totalis patients.
research Nails and Hair
Different hair and nail conditions can indicate health issues and have specific treatments; accurate diagnosis is crucial before treatment.
research Retinoids: Best Solutions for Acne
Retinoids are effective for acne but can cause serious side effects.
research British Association of Dermatologists’ Guidelines for the Management of Alopecia Areata 2012
Guidelines suggest various treatments for alopecia areata, but leaving it untreated is also an option as 80% cases may recover on their own.