80 citations,
March 2000 in “Journal of cutaneous pathology” The VVG stain effectively differentiates scar tissue from normal skin and helps classify types of permanent alopecia.
21 citations,
January 2005 in “Pediatric Dermatology” An 8-year-old girl with vitiligo developed extra hair growth on her knee after using tacrolimus ointment.
19 citations,
February 2015 in “Contact dermatitis” Avoiding certain fragrances improved the man's skin condition.
14 citations,
April 2017 in “American Journal of Transplantation” Skin problems from transplant drugs are common and need careful management in organ transplant patients.
5 citations,
January 2017 in “Anais brasileiros de dermatologia/Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Porokeratotic eccrine and hair follicle nevus is a very rare skin disorder possibly caused by a GJB2 gene mutation.
5 citations,
December 2005 in “Clinical Techniques in Equine Practice” Skin and hair changes in horses can indicate serious diseases, and recognizing these signs is important for treatment and management.
September 2023 in “Cureus” Nails can reveal important health information about skin and body conditions.
213 citations,
June 2017 in “Rheumatology” The guidelines suggest a detailed approach to diagnosing and treating lupus, with a focus on regular check-ups, personalized medicine, and a range of drug options for different cases.
134 citations,
January 2011 in “Development” Adam10 enzyme is crucial for healthy skin and proper Notch signaling.
127 citations,
September 1996 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Skin problems are very common in people with systemic lupus erythematosus and important for diagnosis.
28 citations,
March 2010 in “Histochemistry and cell biology” Skin cells can help create early hair-like structures in lab cultures.
6 citations,
November 2020 in “Dermatology and Therapy” The free clinic successfully provided specialized skin care to uninsured patients.
5 citations,
January 2014 in “Hospital pharmacy” Using a strong allergy medicine too often on the scalp can cause swelling and inflammation.
2 citations,
May 2021 in “Case reports in dermatological medicine” A 28-year-old man with type 1 diabetes had skin and hair issues due to zinc deficiency.
1 citations,
July 2021 in “Curēus” A child had a rare case of scarring hair loss with skin disease, which is hard to treat and stressful.
49 citations,
September 2012 in “The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism/Journal of clinical endocrinology & metabolism” The document concludes with guidance for doctors on diagnosing and treating hirsutism effectively and safely.
132 citations,
July 2000 in “Lupus” In Italian patients with lupus, the most common skin issue was chronic cutaneous lupus, especially discoid lesions, and nonspecific skin problems occurred in about a third of those with systemic lupus, mainly during active disease.
38 citations,
February 2005 in “The journal of sexual medicine” The testosterone patch and gel are both effective, but they have different absorption patterns and effects on hormone levels.
2 citations,
May 2009 in “Medicine” Hair and nails can help diagnose diseases, with nail issues often linked to skin conditions and hair loss having various causes and treatments.
83 citations,
January 2001 in “American journal of clinical dermatology” Clomipramine may significantly reduce hair-pulling in Trichotillomania, but more research is needed on treatments and early onset cases.
40 citations,
January 2010 in “International Journal of Trichology” Loose Anagen Syndrome is a hair condition where hairs can be easily pulled out, mainly affecting young girls, and may improve on its own or with treatment.
2 citations,
December 2007 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” The document concludes that early diagnosis and treatment are key for pediatric hair loss disorders, and addressing the emotional effects on children is important.
1 citations,
December 2012 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” The health of the sentinel lymph node is the best indicator of survival for patients with thick skin cancer.
76 citations,
July 2011 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” The document concludes that proper diagnosis and FDA-approved treatments for different types of hair loss exist, but treatments for severe cases often fail and future improvements may focus on hair follicle stem cells.
13 citations,
December 2001 in “Dermatologic therapy” Alopecia areata causes varying hair loss patterns, affecting hair, nails, and possibly glands, with treatment outcomes depending on disease duration and extent.
7 citations,
December 2008 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” The document concludes that various childhood hair and nail disorders exist, some may improve on their own, and advances in genetics and immunology could enhance treatment and counseling.
4 citations,
September 2011 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Various treatments exist for alopecia areata, but none are completely satisfactory; choice depends on age, disease extent, and preference.
4 citations,
November 2009 in “Medical Clinics of North America” Stress, nutritional issues, and chronic diseases can cause hair loss, and nail changes may signal internal diseases; treatment focuses on the underlying cause.
218 citations,
April 2012 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Guidelines suggest various treatments for alopecia areata, but leaving it untreated is also an option as 80% cases may recover on their own.
57 citations,
December 2018 in “JAMA Surgery” Hormone treatment for transgender patients may not need to be stopped before surgery, but more research is needed, especially on estrogen.