6 citations,
August 2022 in “The Italian Journal of Pediatrics/Italian journal of pediatrics” New genetic mutations linked to rare skin disorders were found in three newborns.
104 citations,
August 2008 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Treating psoriasis on the scalp, nails, and skin folds is challenging, often requiring systemic treatments for severe cases, with some success in topical and biologic treatments.
4 citations,
October 2011 in “Pediatric dermatology” Head lice can cause unusual patchy hair loss.
March 2014 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The document lists various dermatology topics, treatments, and diagnostic methods.
16 citations,
February 2019 in “Pediatric Blood & Cancer” Most children with CNS tumors on targeted therapy had skin reactions, which were generally treatable without stopping the therapy.
February 2021 in “Journal of pharmaceutical and biological sciences” No cure exists for alopecia areata, and treatments are personalized.
22 citations,
January 2012 in “Mediators of inflammation” Nonantibiotic macrolides show promise for treating various inflammatory skin conditions.
5 citations,
January 2018 in “PubMed” Biodegradable microneedle patches help topical steroids work better for prurigo nodularis.
June 2011 in “Oncology times” Dr. Mario Lacouture recommends preventive and specific treatments for skin side effects caused by EGFR inhibitors to improve patients' quality of life.
9 citations,
December 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Certain drugs are effective for skin conditions like psoriasis, vitiligo, and hair loss.
188 citations,
October 2012 in “The AAPS Journal” The document concludes that developing generic topical drugs requires ensuring they match the original in quality, composition, and structure, and often involves complex testing and regulatory steps.
49 citations,
May 2018 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Applying 2% tofacitinib cream helped some children with severe hair loss grow back hair.
15 citations,
May 2017 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Latanoprost works better for hair growth, and combining it with betamethasone valerate is most effective.
12 citations,
January 2008 in “Drugs” Some topical treatments like corticosteroids and vitamin D analogues are effective for scalp psoriasis, but more long-term data is needed.
13 citations,
July 2019 in “Dermatologic therapy” Stopping adalimumab and starting methotrexate with topical treatments improved the woman's scalp psoriasis and hair regrew.
4 citations,
September 2014 in “Elsevier eBooks” Use some skin medications with caution during pregnancy; avoid strong steroids, certain eczema treatments, and systemic retinoids, but many topical treatments and nasal sprays are safe.
February 2024 in “Journal of dermatology research reviews & reports” A 50-year-old woman with breast cancer developed an autoimmune skin disorder, highlighting the need for thorough checks and team-based treatment.
20 citations,
January 2000 in “Dermatologic Clinics” New psoriasis treatments are effective but come with side effects and risks.
July 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Up to half of people experience itchy scalp, often due to skin conditions like seborrheic dermatitis or psoriasis, and treatments vary based on the specific cause.
281 citations,
January 2013 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Manage vitiligo with treatments, address emotions, and use camouflage techniques.
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.
16 citations,
January 2019 in “Skin appendage disorders” Intralesional corticosteroids work best for mild alopecia areata, and DPCP works best for moderate to severe cases.
15 citations,
January 2014 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Lupus treatment requires a combination of drugs and therapies, with research needed for new options.
13 citations,
June 2020 in “International Journal of Dermatology” A rare scalp condition mainly in older women can be treated with various alternatives to steroids, which may have fewer side effects.
Different scalp and hair disorders are more common in certain ethnic groups, with the most common being androgenetic alopecia, which is treated with medications like minoxidil and finasteride.
January 2016 in “Springer eBooks” Alopecia Areata is an unpredictable autoimmune hair loss condition with limited and variable treatment effectiveness.
January 2009 in “Journal of Pakistan Association of Dermatology” Systemic cyproterone acetate and 5% topical minoxidil are effective and safe for treating female pattern hair loss.
69 citations,
December 2015 in “Journal of Controlled Release” Nanocapsules can improve clobetasol delivery to hair follicles, reducing side effects.
2 citations,
January 2009 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Scalp psoriasis treatments like strong corticosteroids and vitamin D3 analogues are effective, especially when combined.
January 2016 in “Springer eBooks” Understanding drug interactions, side effects, and patient-specific factors is crucial for effective dermatological care.