A TNFAIP3 gene mutation can cause unusual and varied symptoms of lupus and Sjogren's syndrome.
34 citations,
October 2011 in “Pathology Research International” Behçet's Disease may be caused by genetic and environmental factors leading to abnormal immune responses, and stress management and new treatments could improve patient outcomes.
Enterococcus faecalis delays wound healing by disrupting cell functions and creating an anti-inflammatory environment.
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February 2023 in “Colloids and surfaces. A, Physicochemical and engineering aspects” Adding 1 mg/ml of graphene oxide to egg white protein wound dressings improves antibacterial properties and supports skin repair.
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August 2013 in “Acta Biomaterialia” The new matrix improves skin regeneration and graft performance.
April 2018 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Li2CO3 improved skin disease in a mouse model of Focal Dermal Hypoplasia without toxicity.
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January 2014 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is a cheap and easy treatment for hair loss, but not suitable for everyone. It also helps in healing ulcers, rejuvenating skin, and improving hair transplants.
May 2022 in “Journal of Neurology Neurosurgery & Psychiatry” The woman's facial symptoms are best explained by primary Sjögren’s Syndrome.
SLE should be considered in unexplained fevers, even in males.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Blocking α-toxin helps heal Staphylococcus aureus-infected wounds faster in both normal and diabetic mice, with different effects on their immune responses.
February 2024 in “Advanced Science” The new scaffold with two growth factors speeds up skin healing and reduces scarring.
June 2013 in “Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases” Specialist nurses play a crucial role in managing lupus and empowering patients.
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January 2014 in “Indian Journal of Nephrology” A woman with lupus had muscle weakness due to kidney issues and was successfully treated with medication.
January 2016 in “Elsevier eBooks” Finasteride helps hair growth.
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November 1993 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Some men can have female pattern baldness without hormonal abnormalities or signs of feminization.
February 2025 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Pincer nails are rare in lupus patients and may be managed conservatively.
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June 2007 in “Almustansiriya journal of pharmaceutical sciences/Al-Mustansiriyah journal of pharmaceutical sciences” Cimetidine cream shows potential for treating warts and female-pattern hair loss.
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August 2021 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Exercise helps reduce skin aging, prevent psoriasis, and improve venous ulcers.
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July 1990 in “Archives of Dermatology” A woman had a skin reaction from a cough suppressant, dextromethorphan, which is a new cause of fixed-drug eruption.
A 29-year-old woman with symptoms of both lupus and rheumatoid arthritis improved with specific medications.
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August 2021 in “Clinical Case Reports” Genetic testing is crucial before giving azathioprine to avoid severe side effects.
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December 2021 in “World journal of dentistry” Coconut oil effectively treats sore gums from new dentures and is safe, affordable, and heals quickly.
June 2014 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Eczema patients have a lower skin lipid to protein ratio, older and longer-staying hospital patients are more likely to get pressure ulcers, hair loss in AGA is linked to muscle degeneration, vitamin D deficiency is common in alopecia areata and linked to its severity, standard liver tests don't effectively detect fibrosis in psoriasis patients on methotrexate, and bullous pemphigoid patients have a higher death risk but combination therapy may reduce it.
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April 2016 in “Medicine” Early treatment and regular check-ups are crucial for lupus patients to prevent progression and improve outcomes.
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May 2015 in “Photomedicine and Laser Surgery” Low-Level Laser Therapy may help with flap survival and burn scar healing, but not with venous ulcers or hair loss, and more research is needed.
December 2024 in “Deleted Journal” New therapies show promise for wound healing, but more research is needed for safe, affordable options.
December 2010 in “Elsevier eBooks” Systemic lupus erythematosus is an autoimmune disease causing diverse symptoms and major organ involvement.
July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Blood pressure drugs can cause skin lupus, early treatment is key for baby herpes and diabetic foot ulcers, a certain vaccine works against genital herpes and HPV in women, more frequent light therapy helps psoriasis, smoking and drinking can worsen psoriasis, a cream clears up a type of skin cancer, and low iron levels don't cause chronic hair loss.
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May 2010 in “Journal of the South African Veterinary Association” Mycophenolate mofetil helped reduce steroid use in treating a dog's autoimmune skin disease.
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September 2000 in “JAMA” The document suggests changing medical education to balance generalists and specialists, focusing on patient needs.