4 citations,
January 2018 in “Cancer treatment and research” The document concludes that systemic therapy is becoming more important in treating head and neck cancer, with new treatments showing promise.
3 citations,
May 2023 in “Clinical drug investigation” JAK inhibitors for alopecia areata are linked to minor side effects like headache and acne, but not to an increased risk of serious adverse events.
3 citations,
May 2020 in “JAAD Case Reports” Two patients with psoriasis grew extra hair after using certain psoriasis medications.
3 citations,
May 2019 in “International journal of research in dermatology” Platelet rich plasma is an effective treatment for alopecia areata.
2 citations,
September 2021 in “Curēus” Tofacitinib may be safe for COVID-19 patients with alopecia without worsening symptoms, based on two cases.
2 citations,
December 2020 in “American Journal of Dermatological Research and Reviews” The combination therapy was effective and well-tolerated, especially in young patients.
2 citations,
June 2019 in “Serbian Journal of Dermatology and Venereology/Serbian Journal of Dermatology and Venerology” Platelet-rich plasma injections can effectively treat stubborn alopecia areata.
2 citations,
May 2017 in “The Journal of Dermatology” A Japanese bone marrow transplant patient developed a rare skin cancer possibly linked to long-term use of the medication voriconazole.
2 citations,
January 2015 in “Springer eBooks” Early diagnosis and aggressive treatment are crucial for Cicatricial Alopecia, and treatment effectiveness varies among patients.
2 citations,
December 2008 in “Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” A small forehead lesion led to the discovery of a significant brain arteriovenous malformation in a young girl.
2 citations,
July 2008 in “Paediatrics & child health” Severe acne in a young girl may indicate underlying hormonal issues.
1 citations,
September 2023 in “Rheumatology advances in practice” A woman's rare scalp condition worsened after using a specific arthritis medication, suggesting such medications can sometimes trigger or aggravate psoriasis.
1 citations,
May 2023 in “Prospects in Pharmaceutical Sciences” New cytokine-targeted therapies show promise for treating alopecia areata.
1 citations,
October 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Using minoxidil and tofacitinib together can effectively treat severe hair loss.
1 citations,
June 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” PRP treatment for hair loss shows promise, with 58% of patients satisfied and most noticing improvement within 6 months.
1 citations,
August 1988 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Hair transplantation between identical twins can successfully treat severe, nonprogressive hair loss due to follicular aplasia.
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.
Liquid nitrogen cryotherapy worked well for many patients with stubborn alopecia areata.
January 2020 in “Dermatology Review” Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for managing alopecia areata, morphea, and psoriasis.
May 2019 in “Anais brasileiros de dermatologia/Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Frontal fibrosing alopecia mostly affects postmenopausal women, with diagnosis often delayed by 3 years.
April 2019 in “International journal of research in dermatology” A child with rough nails also had hair loss and allergies.
January 2019 in “Springer eBooks” Some chemicals and drugs can cause hair loss, which usually grows back after stopping the treatment.
January 2018 in “Springer eBooks” Hidradenitis Suppurativa is likely an autoinflammatory disease, and better understanding its causes could improve treatments.
May 2017 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” PLAU and SerpinB2 affect cell death differently in various forms of leprosy and could be targets for new treatments.
Lupus is a complex disease that requires personalized treatment because it varies greatly between individuals.
Men with both baldness and scalp psoriasis often don't have psoriasis on bald spots.
January 2012 in “Yearbook of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery” Some African American women experience central scalp hair loss, often linked to a history of fungal scalp infection.
January 2011 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Treating generalized granuloma annulare is difficult, with PUVA being the most effective option, but relapses are common.
January 2011 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Two patients had a rare combination of red skin spots and white scaly skin lesions not on the genitals.