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October 2003 in “Clinical pediatrics” In this case report, a 14-year-old boy with Satoyoshi syndrome did not improve with intravenous immunoglobulin but responded dramatically to steroid treatment.
January 2020 in “Przegla̧d dermatologiczny” A 5-year-old boy was diagnosed with congenital triangular alopecia, a type of hair loss without skin changes, usually starting between ages 2-5, with no specific treatment.
January 2018 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that adding pulsed prednisone to tofacitinib was linked to sustained hair regrowth in alopecia areata patients not responding to tofacitinib alone.
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March 2023 in “SKIN The Journal of Cutaneous Medicine”
April 2024 in “Indian dermatology online journal” This case report describes a 53-year-old woman with a rare presentation of trichostasis spinulosa on her breast and abdomen, featuring itchy, comedo-like lesions. Dermoscopy revealed diagnostic features that may eliminate the need for a biopsy, highlighting the potential for non-invasive diagnosis in such cases.
May 2025 in “The Journal of Rheumatology” This case report highlights the importance of trans-esophageal echocardiography in distinguishing Libman-Sacks endocarditis from infective endocarditis in systemic lupus erythematosus patients, guiding appropriate treatment for associated cerebrovascular disease.
October 2023 in “Applied materials today” In this study, researchers developed a novel TA-encapsulated microneedle applicator that successfully promoted hair growth and reduced inflammation in a C3H/HeJ mouse model of alopecia areata, potentially offering an improved alternative to existing treatments.
In this case study, treatment with terbinafine effectively resolved symptoms of tinea capitis in an eight-year-old male, highlighting trichoscopy as a valuable diagnostic tool for this common fungal scalp infection and proposing its integration with clinical data for quicker diagnosis in settings lacking mycological facilities.
May 2020 in “JOJ Dermatology & Cosmetics” This report describes a rare case of Trichostasis Spinulosa on the heel, an uncommon location for this type of lesion.
September 2023 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Increased Treg cells and IL-10 may help quick recovery in acute diffuse and total alopecia.
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January 2019 in “Dermatologic Therapy” The article in Dermatologic Therapy discusses clinical experiences with using tofacitinib to treat alopecia areata in 63 patients, but no specific results are reported in the abstract.
June 2022 in “Frontiers in Immunology” This report describes a case of alopecia universalis successfully treated with tofacitinib, though it was associated with increased peripheral blood cytokine levels.
April 2024 in “Indian Journal of Paediatric Dermatology” This case report highlights a rare association between congenital triangular alopecia and vitiligo, noting that treatment with tofacitinib improved the patient's vitiligo but not the alopecia.
September 2015 in “Journal watch” Triamcinolone acetonide injections help regrow hair in alopecia areata patients.
June 2020 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study observed that insurance coverage for oral tofacitinib in alopecia areata patients was difficult to obtain, with 71% of patients ultimately not receiving approval despite the drug's efficacy as an off-label treatment.
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April 2022 in “Cutaneous and Ocular Toxicology” This systematic review reports promising efficacy and safety of Tofacitinib for treating Alopecia Areata in children, though further randomized studies are needed due to the low quality of existing evidence.
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June 2000 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” This study found that betamethasone valerate in a foam vehicle has comparable total coverage to traditional topical corticosteroid vehicles, despite less coverage per unit of foam.
March 2024 in “Clinical and experimental dermatology” This study suggests that potent topical corticosteroid occlusion may be a safe and effective treatment option for pediatric patients with severe alopecia areata, although further research is needed on its long-term safety and recurrence.
3 citations
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January 2018 in “Frontiers in bioscience” This retrospective analysis reported significant increases in testosterone levels in men with testosterone deficiency using the Daily Subcutaneous Testosterone method combined with hCG and anastrozole, indicating its potential as a treatment option.
March 2016 in “Actas dermo-sifiliográficas/Actas dermo-sifiliográficas” Stopping the use of a tight headband and using specific treatments led to partial hair regrowth.
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April 2024 in “JDDG Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” In this case report, the authors concluded that cutaneous lupus erythematosus was induced by the PD-1 inhibitor tislelizumab during treatment for metastatic lung adenocarcinoma, despite initial remission and treatment adjustments.
In this study, researchers found two non-synonymous SNPs in the TERT gene associated with mean wool staple strength in sheep, suggesting TERT as a potential candidate gene for improving wool traits.
June 2026 in “American Journal of Dermatopathology” This review describes various T-cell-mediated alopecias characterized by distinct lymphocytic patterns and explores their pathophysiology. It highlights the role of CD8+ and regulatory T cells, the JAK/STAT pathway, and stem cell niches, contributing to understanding and potentially addressing these hair loss conditions.
April 2025 in “Frontiers in Immunology” This case report describes significant therapeutic effects from Tofacitinib Citrate Sustained-Release Tablets in a patient with Alopecia Areata, while highlighting the economic burden of long-term treatment.
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June 2019 in “Open Forum Infectious Diseases” This report describes six cases of hair loss in African American women after switching to tenofovir alafenamide, suggesting it as a possible adverse effect in this population.
September 2023 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Dermatologists should consider alpha-gal syndrome in patients with unexplained chronic skin issues.
July 2023 in “Skin Research and Technology” This study reports that combining baricitinib with low-dose cyclosporine and steroids resulted in effective and safe treatment for a case of alopecia totalis, maintaining hair regrowth without adverse effects.
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April 2025 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This review evaluates the anti-aging properties of TSG from He shou wu, finding it may protect against age-related diseases through multiple mechanisms, though further research is needed for clinical application.
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February 2022 in “Stem cell reports” This study found that thymic stromal lymphopoietin (TSLP) promotes hair growth after skin injury by enhancing the proliferation of specific stem cells in hair follicles.
April 2020 in “Trends in Immunotherapy” In this study, 60% of patients with alopecia totalis showed partial hair regrowth after being treated with triamcinolone acetonide injections, with one patient achieving complete regrowth and responding well to further immunotherapy.